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residential and mixed-use projects and result in a non -discretionary PUD process consistent with the Housing Accountability Act. • Certain zoning provisions will need to be updated to comply with state law (e.g., allow Low Barrier Navigation Centers where residential is allowed (AB 101), allow qualifying supportive housing by -right where residential is allowed (AB 2162), increase density bonus up to 50 percent (AB 2345), etc.). Nongovernmental Constraints • Economic conditions in Pleasanton reflect a competitive housing market for both for - sale and rental housing. • Pleasanton has little undeveloped land available, so future housing development will be constrained by existing development or require demolishing existing structures, improvements, and uses. The shortage of available vacant land may constrain housing production due to the increased costs associated with redevelopment. Section C.2 Governmental Constraints C.2.1 Introduction Local policies and regulations can affect the quantity and type of residential development. Since governmental actions can constrain the development and the affordability of housing, state law requires the housing element to "address and, where appropriate and legally possible, remove governmental constraints to the maintenance, improvement, and development of housing" (Government Code §65583(c)(3)). As with other cities, Pleasanton's development standards and requirements are intended to protect the long-term health, safety, and welfare of the community. The City charges fees and has various procedures and regulations developers are required to follow. There are many locally imposed land use and building requirements that can affect the type, appearance, and cost of housing built in Pleasanton. These local requirements include zoning standards, development processing procedures, development fees, and subdivision design standards. Other building and design requirements imposed by Pleasanton follow state laws, the California Building Code, Subdivision Map Act, energy conservation requirements, etc. In addition to a review of these policies and regulations, an analysis of the governmental constraints on housing production for persons with disabilities is included in this Section. Housing Constraints City of Pleasanton I C-3