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Outlook PUBLIC COMMUNICATION RELATED TO ITEM Al - GENERAL PLAN LAND USE
PUBLIC COMMENT SPECIAL MEETING GENERAL PLAN LAND USE
From meighan langlois <megtad@pacbell.net>
Date Tue 10/21/2025 11:54AM
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EL SEGUNDO ZONING AGE 55 UP.docx;
Please see below & (attached word version) public comment for today's
meeting. I'm hoping to attend but might be running late. Thank you
Meighan Langlois, El Segundo Residential Homeowner
I attended the 10/8/25 Planning update. I support housing east of PCH.
El Segundo must Prioritize SENIOR HOUSING using an EL SEGUNDO
RESIDENTIAL ZONING OVERLAY/SPECIAL DISTRICT.
The City must promote thoughtful downsizing options for older
residents. Zones for 55+ housing allows existing residents options for
downsizing within El Segundo. Orange County & San Diego counties
have entire neighborhoods designated as such. The age -restriction
provides more affordable options for residents 55+, and frees up
housing west of PCH.
My comment is not regarding Regulated & Licensed senior living
options, assisted living, [Continuing Care Retirement Communities
(CCRCs)]
I urge El Segundo to move forward NOW implementing zoning changes
east of PCH. I also support UNRESTRICTED housing east of PCH
connecting new developments with the Plaza, the Point, Da Vinci, etc.
• Create a specific zoning district:
A city can create a specific zoning district, like a "Senior Housing
Overlay District," that applies to designated areas. This allows the city
to set specific rules for that location that may differ from the standard
residential zoning.
• Amend existing zoning:
A city can modify its existing residential zoning code to include
provisions for 55+ housing. This can involve adding a use or overlay to
the existing code.
• Define eligibility and requirements:
The new zoning can define what constitutes a senior housing
development and establish specific criteria for its creation and
operation. This includes rules for how it must be built and how it must
be managed.
Approve developer proposals:
A developer can propose a project that aligns with the new or amended
zoning. The city will then review the proposal to ensure it meets all
requirements, including those related to Federal and state
requirements.
• Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA).:
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To be exempt from federal age discrimination laws, a community must
meet the HOPA requirements. The main requirement is that at least
80% of the occupied units must have at least one occupant who is 55
or older.
• State laws:
States may have additional laws that further define or regulate senior
housing, such as California's Civil Code sections that define "qualified
permanent residents" and specify residency rules.
• Local enforcement:
Cities are responsible for ensuring that developments within their
jurisdiction comply with both federal and state rules, as well as local
zoning ordinances.
Developer incentives
. Density bonus:
Cities may offer developers incentives, such as a density bonus
(allowing more units than typically allowed), to build 55+ housing.
• Waived or reduced development standards:
Developers may also be able to get certain development standards, like
setback or lot coverage requirements, waived or reduced to make the
project feasible.
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PUBLIC COMMENT FOR CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING GENERAL PLAN LAND USE
OCTOBER 21, 2025
Meighan Langlois, El Segundo Residential Homeowner
I attended the 10/8/25 Planning update. I support housing,east of PCH. El
Segundo must Prioritize SENIOR HOUSING using an EL SEGUNDO RESIDENTIAL
ZONING OVERLAY/SPECIAL DISTRICT.
The City must promote thoughtful downsizing options for older residents. Zones
for 55+ housing allows existing residents options for downsizing within El
Segundo. Orange County & San Diego counties have entire neighborhoods
designated as such. The age -restriction provides more affordable options for
residents 55+, and frees up housing west of PCH.
My comment is not regarding Regulated & Licensed senior living options, assisted
living, [Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs)]
I urge El Segundo to move forward NOW implementing zoning changes east of
PCH. I also support UNRESTRICTED housing east of PCH connecting new
developments with the Plaza, the Point, Da Vinci, etc.
Create a specific zoning district:
A city can create a specific zoning district, like a "Senior Housing Overlay District,"
that applies to designated areas. This allows the city to set specific rules for that
location that may differ from the standard residential zoning.
Amend existing zoning:
A city can modify its existing residential zoning code to include provisions for 55+
housing. This can involve adding a use or overlay to the existing code.
Define eligibility and requirements:
The new zoning can define what constitutes a senior housing development and
establish specific criteria for its creation and operation. This includes rules for how
it must be built and how it must be managed.
Approve developer proposals:
A developer can propose a project that aligns with the new or amended
zoning. The city will then review the proposal to ensure it meets all requirements,
including those related to Federal and state requirements.
Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA):
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING GENERAL PLAN LAND USE
OCTOBER 21, 2025
To be exempt from federal age discrimination laws, a community must meet the
HOPA requirements. The main requirement is that at least 80% of the occupied
units must have at least one occupant who is 55 or older.
State laws:
States may have additional laws that further define or regulate senior housing,
such as California's Civil Code sections that define "qualified permanent residents"
and specify residency rules.
Local enforcement:
Cities are responsible for ensuring that developments within their jurisdiction
comply with both federal and state rules, as well as local zoning ordinances.
Developer incentives
Density bonus:
Cities may offer developers incentives, such as a density bonus (allowing more
units than typically allowed), to build 55+ housing.
Waived or reduced development standards:
Developers may also be able to get certain development standards, like setback or
lot coverage requirements, waived or reduced to make the project feasible.