7th Cycle Housing Element

The City of Brea is seeking a qualified consulting firm to update its Housing Element for the 2029‑2037 planning period. The consultant will manage the entire planning process, coordinate with multiple regional and state agencies, conduct extensive community outreach, perform technical housing and affordability analyses, prepare environmental documentation, and deliver draft and final Housing Element packages for certification by the California Department of Housing and Community Development. The work is performance‑based, requires strong knowledge of California housing law, GIS/ data analysis, public‑engagement expertise, and the ability to meet tight statutory deadlines. • Deliver a comprehensive Project Management plan and schedule. • Coordinate with HCD, SCAG, County of Orange, and other agencies. • Design and execute a multi‑channel community engagement program, including outreach to underserved populations. • Evaluate the existing 6th Cycle Housing Element and assess implementation progress. • Conduct housing needs, AFFH, constraints, and site‑inventory analyses. • Produce Administrative Draft, Public Review Draft, and Final Housing Element documents, maps, and GIS files. • Prepare CEQA documentation as required. • Support City staff through planning commission and City Council hearings and obtain HCD certification by October 15, 2029.