Title 18 — Zoning›Chapter 18.20 — SPECIAL USES AND CONDITIONS
Yorba Linda Municipal Code Art. 15 Low Barrier Navigation Centers
Yorba Linda Municipal Code · 2026-10 edition · updated 2026-10-19 · Yorba Linda
Cite as: Yorba Linda Municipal Code Article 15 · Text as of 2026-10-19
§ 18.20.1100. Purpose.¶
The purpose of these provisions is to allow and provide standards for low barrier navigation centers, as defined in Chapter 18.04 of the Yorba Linda Municipal Code, to implement the requirements of California Government Code Sections 65583 and 65660.
(Ord. 2026-1132, 8/18/2026)
§ 18.20.1110. Applicability.¶
Low barrier navigation centers that comply with the provisions of this article shall be permitted in any zone where mixed uses are permitted or any nonresidential zone permitting multifamily uses, consistent with California Government Code Section 65660.
(Ord. 2026-1132, 8/18/2026)
§ 18.20.1120. Development standards.¶
Low barrier navigation centers are subject to the development standards of the underlying zone, in addition to the requirements of this article.
(Ord. 2026-1132, 8/18/2026)
§ 18.20.1130. Operational standards.¶
A. Connected Services. The proposed facility offers services to connect people to permanent housing through a services plan that identifies services staffing.
B. Coordinated Entry System. It is linked to a coordinated entry system, so that staff in the interim facility or staff who co-locate in the facility may conduct assessments and provide services to connect people to permanent housing.
C. Homeless Management Information System. It has a system for entering information regarding client stays, client demographics, client income, and exit destination through the local Homeless Management Information System as defined by 24 CFR 578.3, as may be amended from time to time.
D. Code of Conduct. A clear and enforceable code of conduct must be established for residents to ensure a safe and respectful living environment.
E. Daily Operations. The facility must operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to provide continuous support to residents.
F. Code Compliant. It complies with Welfare and Institutions Code Division 8, Chapter 6.5, Section 8255 et seq., as may be amended from time to time.
(Ord. 2026-1132, 8/18/2026)
§ 18.20.1140. Monitoring and reporting.¶
A. Annual Report Required. Each approved low barrier navigation center shall be subject to annual review by the City, including a review of management services. The permit grantee shall be responsible for filing an annual report to the City which includes the number of individuals served, outcome related to permanent housing placements, compliance with operation standards, and services provided at the facility.
B. Inspections. The City reserves the right to conduct periodic inspections to ensure compliance with this chapter and applicable health and safety regulations.
(Ord. 2026-1132, 8/18/2026)
§ 18.20.1150. Application procedure.¶
An application for a low barrier navigation center permit shall be filed with the Director. The Director shall approve an application that meets the standards set forth in this article without discretionary review or a public hearing, no more than 60 days after the application has been deemed complete.
(Ord. 2026-1132, 8/18/2026)
§ 18.20.1160. Sunset clause.¶
Provisions of this chapter pertaining to low barrier navigation centers shall only remain in effect until January 1, 2036 and on that date are repealed, unless the Legislature of the State of California extends Government Code Title 7, Division 1, Chapter 3, Article 12, to a later date.
(Ord. 2026-1132, 8/18/2026)
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