Brea Earns Prohousing Designation
The City of Brea has earned the California Department of Housing and Community Development’s (HCD) Prohousing Designation for its efforts to encourage development of housing at all income levels. This designation comes with funding incentives and additional resources to help housing production. Brea is the first city in Orange County to earn the coveted Prohousing Designation.
To receive the Prohousing Designation, Brea demonstrated that we actively work to implement state housing laws and follow best practices that go above and beyond minimum requirements. We encourage ADU production, provide incentives for housing, and established a local trust fund. The City recently adopted an ordinance with zoning code provisions for ADUs that go beyond state requirements by allowing more than one ADU per lot. To encourage the assemblage of smaller existing parcels into larger parcels that can be more efficiently developed into mixed-use projects, the City’s zoning code includes a Parcel Consolidation Incentive Program provision. The City’s budget now includes an Affordable Housing Trust Fund which is used exclusively for the development or maintenance of housing affordable to low- and moderate-income households. Lastly, the City offers an interest-free, deferred-payment rehabilitation loan program for single-family homeowners earning up to 80 percent of Area Median Income. Those efforts went toward earning the Prohousing Designation which rewards communities willing to reduce construction and development costs, and create housing policies with a growth mindset by providing funding incentives and additional resources for innovative efforts.
Paramedic Graduation
Congratulations are in order to Brea Firefighters Steven Schlichting and Cory Fitch. After seven long months of hard work and studying, they graduated from paramedic school. Sponsored through Saddleback College, paramedic school is an intense, full-time program consisting of lecture, skills lab, clinical practice, and a field internship. The City of Brea is proud to have outstanding employees and that the Brea Fire Department continues to professionally grow.
Pet Expo
The Special Events Division held their Annual Pet Expo on Saturday, April 6 at the Brea Community Center. The Pet Expo featured over 110 vendors that highlighted pet products and provided learning opportunities. This was a successful event which resulted in 50 animals finding new homes through adoption.
The Anaheim Police Department and Brea Police Department provided K-9 demonstrations for attendees. Both agencies were able to walk the community through a variety of K-9 techniques including drug sniffing drills, dog obedience and a bite simulation. This event continues to grow each year. We look forward to next years event.
Brea Business Spotlight
The City of Brea would like to highlight recent additions to the business community.
J. Crew Factory
Prepare for the warm summer months by visiting the new J. Crew Factory, located in Brea Union Plaza. This American, multi-brand fashion retailer provides a colorful array of women’s, men’s, and children’s apparel and accessories at discounted prices. With frequent new arrivals and products that cater to all ages, J. Crew Factory is a shopping destination suitable for anyone seeking a blend of style, quality, and value.
Body Fit Training (BTF)
Now located in the Brea Downtown, Body Fit Training (BFT) offers the ultimate group workout experience, combining strength and cardio exercises in dynamic, 50-minute sessions. Rooted in proven scientific methods and innovative technology, members can track their personalized fitness journey through measured results. BFT coaches work with individuals at every fitness level and are dedicated to helping members enhance their strength, flexibility, and endurance.
Home Beautification Announcement
The City is excited to bring back the annual Home Beautification Contest for the Fourth of July holiday. Residents are encouraged to decorate the outside of their homes with their best red, white and blue patriotic flair. This light-hearted competition brings the Brea community together to display their City of Brea spirit.