Upland General Plan Update

The City of Upland is undertaking a comprehensive General Plan Update that rezones 261 parcels across the city to increase housing density and align with its adopted and state-approved Housing Element. The proposed changes include upzoning most parcels to densities between 20 and 40 dwelling units per acre, with one parcel designated for up to 55 du/acre, and 46 parcels converted to mixed-use zoning at 30 du/acre. Additional zoning modifications include reclassifying 10 parcels to RM-20, 63 to RM-30, one to RS-10, and another to RS-4, while 12 parcels will newly permit residential development. The project also incorporates textual amendments to the Zoning Code and revisions to the Historic Downtown Upland Specific Plan to facilitate these land use changes. The initiative qualifies for a CEQA exemption under Public Resources Code Section 21080.085, which applies to rezonings that implement actions outlined in a state-approved housing element, eliminating the need for a full environmental impact report while requiring an addendum to the existing Program EIR. Administrative oversight is managed by the City of Upland’s Development Services Department, with Joshua Winter serving as the primary point of contact. The project has undergone environmental review under CEQA, including preparation of a Notice of Determination and adherence to standards outlined in Sections 21080–21174 and CEQA Guidelines §15091. The city confirmed compliance through affirmative certifications regarding the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report, adoption of mitigation measures, and implementation of reporting and monitoring plans. While no federal contract clauses, pricing structure, or traditional acquisition elements like FAR sections, CLINs, or CO/COTR designations are present, the project operates as a local government planning action with funding sourced through environmental filing fees and state regulatory compliance mechanisms. Performance is citywide, with all administrative approvals and public records centered at 460 N. Euclid Avenue, Upland, CA, and submission of environmental documents handled through both physical filing and an online portal. The effort is a strategic land use initiative aimed at accelerating housing production in compliance with state mandates, without the structure of a procurement contract or federal funding mechanism.