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Summary List of Proposed Amendments for A-042-2025(A) and (B)
Amendment No. A-042-2025(A):
In summary, proposed changes for Amendment No. A-042-2025(A) include the following:
Updating references to Government Code Sections in the Ordinance. (GGMC §
9.54.010.C)
Allowing a third type of ADU, in the form of an ADU conversion, for lots with an existing or proposed primary dwelling unit per Government Code Section 66323. (GGMC §
9.54.030.A)
Allowing up to eight (8) detached ADUs on lots with an existing multiple -family development (not to exceed the number of existing units on the lot), plus ADU conversions of non -habitable space(s) attached to an existing multiple -family development, up to 25% of the number of existing multiple -family units. (GGMC §
9.54.030.B)
Allowing the waiver of front setback and building separation standards to the extent necessary to allow the construction of an ADU that is at least 800 square feet in size. (GGMC § 9.54.040.A)
Replacing subjective language requiring architectural compatibility between an ADU and the primary dwelling with objective standards. (GGMC § 9.54.040.F)
Increasing maximum height limits for ADUs to align with State law. (GGMC §
9.54.040.E)
Specifying that uncovered parking spaces that are demolished to accommodate an ADU are not required to be replaced, as provided by State law. (GGMC § 9.54.040.G)
Clarifying that the construction of an ADU does not a requirement that fire sprinklers be installed in the existing primary dwelling. (GGMC § 9.54.070.A)
Adopting procedures to facilitate the review and approval of pre-approved ADU plans. (GGMC § 9.54.070.C)
Clarifying that an ADU permit will not be denied due to “nonconforming zoning conditions, building code violations, or unpermitted structures…” unless they present a threat to public health and safety. (GGMC § 9.54.070.D)
Updating the definition of “attached ADU.” (GGMC § 9.54.010.C)
Updating the definition of “Director” by r emoving references to “Economic Development” in relation to the “Community Development Department.” (GGMC §
9.54.010.C)
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Clarifying that a 150 square -foot addition is allowed for ADU conversions of both attached and/or detached accessory structures. (GGMC § 9.54.040.B.2.c)
Clarifying that ADU conversions are allowed to add porches and/or patios, up to eighty (80) square feet. (GGMC § 9.54.040.B.3.a)
Establishing minimum dimensions for an ADU one -car garage. (GGMC §
9.54.040.B.3.b)
Clarifying setbacks to ADU expansions, porches, patios, and garages that may be attached to an ADU. (GGMC § 9.54.040.C.2)
Exempting projects that use pre-approved ADU plans from architectural compatibility requirements. (GGMC § 9.54.040.F.2)
Establishing requirements for laundry facilities and water heaters in ADUs. (GGMC §
9.54.040.J)
Specifying visual screening requirements for mechanical equipment. ( GGMC §
9.54.040.K, GGMC § 9.54.040.L)
Establishing requirements that ensure the appropriate number of trash containers are provided. (GGMC § 9.54.040.M)
A full discussion of the Amendment is found in the June 5, 2025 Planning Commission Staff Report (Attachment 3).
Amendment No. A-042-2025(B):
In summary, proposed changes for Amendment No. A-042-2025(B) include the following:
Allowing shared laundry rooms in multiple -family developments. (GGMC §
9.12.040.050.D)
Clarifying that Garden Grove Boulevard Plazas are not required for stand -alone multiple-family uses that are not located along major streets. (GGMC § 9.18.090.020.F)
Revising parking standards for Single Room Occupancy uses. (GGMC §
9.12.050.010.C.2.c)
Allowing bank uses in the CC -3 (Civic Center Core) z one. (GGMC § 9.18.020.030 – Table 9.18-1)
Removing references to “Economic Development” in relation to the “Community Development Department.” (GGMC § 9.04.060.C)
Removing outdated cross -references in the R -1 (Single -Family Residential) zone. (GGMC § 9.080.040.020.A.6)
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Hyperlinking the “Additional Regulations” column with special operating conditions and development standards in the commercial zone Land Use Matrix. (GGMC § 9.16.020.030 – Table 1)
Consolidating development standards for M-1 (Limited Industrial) and M-P (Industrial Park) zones into a data table. (GGMC § 9.16.040.030)
Adding references to Floor Area Ratio in the commercial and industrial zones development standards tables. (GGMC § 9.16.040.010.A.1)
Clarifying parking requirements fo r outdoor dining, and updating special operating conditions of outdoor dining areas. (GGMC §§ 9.16.040.150, 9.16.020.050.V,
9.18.140.030, & 9.18.030.300)
Revising definitions for “Floor Area Ratio” and “Structure.” (GGMC § 9.04.060.C)
Simplifying multiple-family open space and amenity standards. (GGMC §§
9.12.040.050.I & 9.12.040.050.J)
Specifying that fire or parapet walls, skylights, flagpoles, chimneys, wireless masts and similar structures in the R-1 zone may exceed the height of the structure to which they are attached. (GGMC § 9.08.040.030.F)
Specifying duplex/triplex standards in the mixed use zones to match multiple -family residential zones. (GGMC § 9.18.110.050.D)
Matching the private storage requirements between multiple -family residential and mixed use zones. (GGMC § 9.18.110.030.H.2)
Creating consistent standards for 10% of guest parking to be provided outside of security gates in all zones. (GGMC §§ 9.08.040.170.B.3, 9.16.040.170.B.3, &
9.18.140.050.D.2)
Adding graffiti deterrence requirements for exposed walls and fences in multiple-family zones. (GGMC § 9.12.040.140.B.13)
Updating entitlement appeal provisions to clarify the intent and make appeal periods more consistent with neighboring cities. (GGMC §§ 9.32.110, 9.32.120 , 9.32.130, &
9.32.150)
Removing discretionary requirements to allow compact parking in mixed use zones. (GGMC § 9.18.140.040.B.1)
Removing outdated waiver provisions in the R -1 zone that no longer apply or have historically not been applied, and which do not have established procedures. (GGMC §§
9.08.040.030.F.2, 9.08.040.100.I, 9.08.040.110.B.4 and B.10, 9.08.040.180.B.1, &
9.08.040.190)
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Clarifying that new construction for R-1 zoned properties authorized to have a fifteen- foot (15’-0”) front setback shall measure the setback from the ultimate right -of-way. (GGMC § 9.08.040.100.D)
Requiring public hearing notices to be sent to residential tenants, in addition to property owners. (GGMC § 9.32.060)
Clarifying interior design standards applicable to attached and detached accessory structures. (GGMC § 9.08.040.030.D.9)
Adding parking ratios for adult daycares, veterinarians, emergency shelters, and residential care facilities. (GGMC §§ 9.16.040.150 & 9.18.140.030.B)
Establishing formal setback and height standards for swimming pools, spas, and other yard accessories. (GGMC § 9.08.040.030.I & J)
Removing outdated orientation and access requirements for tattoo shops and arcade uses in mixed use zones. (GGMC §§ 9.18.020.030 Table 9.18-1 & 9.18.030.040.A.2)
Establishing Front Yard Determination procedures for the application of development standards on corner lots. (GGMC §§ 9.08.040.100.J & 9.32.030.D.11.a)
Removing the outdated minimum lot size re quirement for religious uses. (GGMC §§
9.08.020.050.A, 9.12.020.050.A, 9.16.020.050.K, & 9.18.030.120)
Updating provisions for Affordable Housing Regulatory Agreements to ensure transparency and enforceability. (GGMC § 9.60.050)
Establishing objective standards for architectural compatibility and second floor privacy provisions. (GGMC §§ 9.08.040.030.A & 9.08.040.030.C)
Removing subjective and inapplicable hearing body review standards for wall, fence, and hedge standards to allow extended fence heights along freeway rights-of-way. (GGMC §§ 9.08.040.110.B.10, 9.12.040.140.B.10, 9.16.040.120.B.10, & 9.18.130.010.G)
Updating parking space and parking lot standards for the R -1 zone. (GGMC §§
9.08.040.150, 9.08.040.160, 9.08.040.170, & 9.08.040.180)
Removing Conditional Use Permit (CUP) requirements for fortunetelling uses in the C-2 (Community Commercial), C-3 (Heavy Com mercial), and NMU (Neighborhood Mixed Use) zones. (GGMC §§ 9.16.020.030.A Table 1 & 9.18.020.030 Table 9.18-1)
Adding “Thrift Retail Stores” as a defined use and allowing them as by -right uses in commercial and mixed use zones. (GGMC §§ 9.04.060.C, 9.16.020.030.A Table 1 &
9.18.020.030 Table 9.18-1)
Establishing shared parking agreement procedures and standards for the sharing of underutilized parking spaces by different sites. (GGMC §§ 9.12.040.200.A,
9.16.040.170.A.1, 9.18.140.050.C, & 9.18.140.060.H)
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Updating public noticing procedures for entitlement projects, including to address State Law changes for noticing for Amendments. (GGMC § 9.32.060)
Updating definitions and provisions of Chapter 9.60 pertaining to Review of Housing Development Projects, Residential Density Bonus, Dwelling Unit Protection Regulations, and Supportive Housing Projects. (GGMC §§ 9.60.020, 9.60.040, 9.60.050, &
9.60.060)
A full discussion of the Amendment is found in the June 5, 2025 Planning Commission Staff Report (Attachment 3).