Grand Terrace City Council
February 24, 2026

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CITY OF GRAND TERRACE
City Council
AGENDA ● February 24, 2026
Council Chambers Regular Meeting 6:00 PM
Grand Terrace Civic Center ● 22795 Barton Road

COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
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PLEASE NOTE: Copies of staff reports and supporting documentation pertaining to each item on this agenda are available for public viewing and inspection at City Hall, 1st Floor Lobby Area and 2nd Floor Reception Area during regular business hours and on the City’s website www.grandterraceca.gov. For further information regarding agenda items, please contact the office of the City Clerk at (909) 954-5207, or via e-mail at [email protected].

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CALL TO ORDER

INVOCATION

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
AB 2449 DISCLOSURES
Remote participation by a member of the legislative body for just cause or emergency circumstances.

ROLL CALL
A. REORDERING OF, ADDITIONS TO, OR REMOVAL OF ITEMS FROM THE AGENDA B. PUBLIC COMMENT
This is the opportunity for members of the public to comment on any items not appearing on the regular agenda. Because of restrictions contained in California Law, the City Council may not discuss or act on any item not on the agenda, but may briefly respond to statements made or ask a question for clarification. The Mayor may also request a brief response from staff to questions raised during public comment or may request a matter be agendized for a future meeting.

C. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS - NONE
D. CONSENT CALENDAR
The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and noncontroversial. They will be acted upon by the City Council at one time without discussion. Any Council Member, Staff Member, or Citizen may request removal of an item from the Consent calendar for discussion.
1) Waive Full Reading of, and Direct the City Attorney to Read by Title only for, Ordinances on the Agenda
2) Ordinance Amending Chapter 12.32 – Conduct on Public Property RECOMMENDATION: SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE AMENDING CHAPTER 12.32 OF THE GRAND

TERRACE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO CONDUCT ON PUBLIC PROPERTY

AND THE USE OF SOLID WASTE CONTAINERS
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
3) Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-03 – Small Lot Subdivisions and Starter Home Revitalization Act Implementation
RECOMMENDATION: SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE

OF THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ZONING CODE AMENDMENT 25-03, AMENDING TITLE 17 (SUBDIVISIONS) AND TITLE 18 (ZONING)

OF THE GRAND TERRACE MUNICIPAL CODE TO IMPLEMENT STATE SMALL-LOT

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SUBDIVISION REQUIREMENTS UNDER SENATE BILL 684 (2023) AS AMENDED BY SENATE BILL 1123 (2024), TO UPDATE MINISTERIAL LAND USE PERMIT

PROCEDURES TO INCLUDE CODE-COMPLIANT SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCES CONSISTENT WITH HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRAM NO. 16, AND DETERMINING THAT ZONING CODE AMENDMENT 25-03 IS NOT A PROJECT UNDER THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA).

DEPARTMENT: Planning & Development Services
4) Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-04 – Logistics Use Standards (AB 98 / SB 415) RECOMMENDATION: SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE OF

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ZONING CODE AMENDMENT (ZCA) 25-04, AMENDING TITLE 18 (ZONING) TO IMPLEMENT ASSEMBLY BILL 98 (2024), AS CLARIFIED BY SENATE BILL 415 (2024), INCLUDING ADDING DEFINITIONS, ESTABLISHING A “LOGISTICS USE” CATEGORY, AND ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 18.75 (LOGISTICAL USE STANDARDS); AND FINDING THAT THE ORDINANCE IS NOT A PROJECT UNDER

THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 65852.28(e), 65913.4.5(b), AND 66499.41(i).

DEPARTMENT: Planning & Development Services
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS - NONE
F. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
5) 2025-26 Mid-Year and Year-End Budget Review
RECOMMENDATION: APPROVE ADDITIONAL EXPENDITURES OF $887,777 FOR FY2025-26.

DEPARTMENT: Finance
G. NEW BUSINESS - NONE
H. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
At this time, the City Council may propose items for discussion and/or action at a future duly agendized City Council meeting. A consensus of a majority of the quorum is required to place an item on a future agenda.

I. CITY COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
Council Member Matt Brown
Council Member Jeff Allen
Council Member Doug Wilson
Mayor Pro Tem Michelle Sabino
Mayor Bill Hussey

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J. CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS
City Manager Konrad Bolowich
K. CLOSED SESSION - NONE
L. ADJOURN
The next Regular City Council Meeting will be held on March 10, 2026, at 6:00 PM. Any request to have an item placed on a future agenda must be made in writing and submitted to the City Clerk’s office.

AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 24, 2026
TITLE: Ordinance Amending Chapter 12.32 – Conduct on Public Property PRESENTED BY: Shanita Tillman, Sr. Management Analyst
RECOMMENDATION: SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE AMENDING CHAPTER 12.32 OF THE GRAND

TERRACE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO CONDUCT ON PUBLIC

PROPERTY AND THE USE OF SOLID WASTE CONTAINERS
2030 VISION STATEMENT:

Goal #5, engage in proactive communication.

BACKGROUND:

On February 10, 2026, the City Council conducted the first reading and introduction of an ordinance amending Chapter 12.32 of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code. The proposed amendments clarify the scope of the chapter and address improper use of solid waste containers on public property.

DISCUSSION:

The ordinance makes targeted clarifications to improve enforceability without changing penalties or procedures. Specifically, it:
• Updates the chapter title to reflect its application to all public property • Clarifies the definition of public property to include City-owned and controlled facilities and service areas
• Revises the unlawful acts provision for consistency
• Adds a section regulating the proper use of authorized solid waste containers • Confirms enforcement through the City’s existing administrative citation process under Chapter

1.05 These revisions align the Municipal Code with current enforcement practices and provide clearer notice to the public.

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT:

The proposed ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15301 (Existing Facilities) and 15308 (Actions by Regulatory Agencies for the

Protection of the Environment), as it clarifies and refines existing regulations and does not result in physical changes to the environment.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact. Enforcement will continue through existing administrative processes.

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ORDINANCE NO. 372

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND
TERRACE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 12.32 (“CONDUCT ON PUBLIC PROPERTY—PARKS”) OF TITLE 12 (“STREETS, SIDEWALKS AND PUBLIC PLACES”) OF THE GRAND TERRACE MUNICIPAL CODE

TO CLARIFY THE DEFINITION OF PUBLIC PROPERTY, UPDATE THE

UNLAWFUL ACTS PROVISION, AND ESTABLISH ENFORCEABLE

REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE USE OF SOLID WASTE

CONTAINERS ON PUBLIC PROPERTY
WHEREAS, in 1982, the City Council of the City of Grand Terrace (“City”) adopted Ordinance No. 62, an urgency ordinance regulating conduct on public property and establishing Chapter 12.32 of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code to protect public health, safety, and welfare by prohibiting certain activities on publicly owned property; and WHEREAS, Chapter 12.32 has historically regulated conduct occurring on public property, including parks, sidewalks, landscaped areas, and other publicly accessible spaces, and has served as the City’s primary framework for addressing nuisance, safety, and sanitation concerns in public areas; and
WHEREAS, in 2014, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 275 amending provisions of Chapter 12.32 relating to smoking prohibitions, reaffirming the City’s authority to regulate conduct on public property in response to evolving public health standards; and
WHEREAS, in 2017, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 306 amending provisions of Chapter 12.32 relating to trees and plants, further demonstrating the City’s ongoing legislative practice of refining Chapter 12.32 to address specific operational and public safety issues as they arise; and
WHEREAS, the City provides and authorizes the placement of solid waste containers, including dumpsters, trash cans, and bins, on public property to support orderly waste collection, protect public health and safety, and prevent nuisance conditions; and
WHEREAS, existing provisions of Chapter 12.32 prohibit dumping and littering on public property but do not expressly address improper use of authorized solid waste containers, including placement of waste outside containers or disposal beyond container capacity; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that clarifying the definition of “public property,” updating the scope of unlawful acts, and expressly regulating the use of solid waste containers on public property are necessary to ensure consistent, fair, and enforceable administration of Chapter 12.32, while preserving the original intent and structure of the Chapter; and

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WHEREAS, these amendments are intended to be narrow and targeted, addressing only those provisions necessary to support enforceable solid waste container regulations and to align the text of Chapter 12.32 with longstanding enforcement practices.

NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The City Council finds that the above recitals are true and correct and incorporated herein by reference.

SECTION 2. Chapter 12.32 (“Conduct on Public Property—Parks”) of Title 12 (“Streets, Sidewalks and Public Places”) of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows (deletions shown as strikethroughs, additions shown as bold italics):

A. “Chapter 12.32 – CONDUCT ON PUBLIC PROPERTY–PARKS”
B. “Section 12.32.010 Public property defined.

For the purpose of this Chapter, "public property" means any publicly owned property within the City, except the traveled portion of any public streets, and shall include any park, sidewalk, curb or any part of any public right-of-way devoted to plantings., as well as City-owned or City-controlled facilities, parking lots, service areas, landscaped grounds, and other municipal properties open to the public.” C. “Section 12.32.020 Unlawful acts.

It is unlawful for any person to perform or participate in any of the acts set out through Section 12.32.080 12.32.180.”
D. “Section 12.32.085 Use of solid waste containers on public property.

A. Solid waste containers, including dumpsters, trash cans, bins, and similar receptacles, placed on public property pursuant to City authorization are intended to support orderly waste collection, protect public health and safety, and prevent nuisance conditions.

B. It is unlawful for any person to place, deposit, or leave any waste, debris, or materials outside a designated solid waste container on public property.

C. It is unlawful for any person to place waste into a solid waste container on public property when the container has reached or exceeded its posted or clearly indicated capacity, including when materials extend above the top rim of the container or interfere with safe servicing.

D. Violations of this section may be enforced by administrative citation pursuant to Chapter 1.05 of this Code.”

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SECTION 3. Except as otherwise amended herein, the remainder of Chapter 12.32 (Conduct on Public Property) of Title 12 (Streets, Sidewalks and Public Places) of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code shall remain unchanged and in full effect.

SECTION 4. The City Council finds that this Ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) and Section 15308 (Actions by Regulatory Agencies for the Protection of the Environment), as the amendments clarify and refine existing regulations governing conduct on public property and do not result in any expansion of use or physical changes to the environment.

SECTION 5. Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance is, for any reason, held to be invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the remaining portions of this Ordinance.

The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance, and each section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase hereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared unconstitutional due to the writs of mandate issued by the Court.

SECTION 6. Posting and Publication. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance and cause it to be published or posted in accordance with Government Code Section 36933.

SECTION 7. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect and be in full force and effect from and after thirty (30) calendar days after its final passage and adoption.

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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Grand Terrace at a regular meeting held on the 24th day of February 2026. _____________________________
Bill Hussey
Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________
Daysi Alcocer
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
____________________________
Adrian R. Guerra
City Attorney

AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 24, 2026
TITLE: Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-03 – Small Lot Subdivisions and Starter Home Revitalization Act Implementation
PRESENTED BY: Gabriel Arguelles, Assistant Planner
RECOMMENDATION: SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY

OF GRAND TERRACE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ZONING CODE
AMENDMENT 25-03, AMENDING TITLE 17 (SUBDIVISIONS) AND TITLE 18 (ZONING) OF THE GRAND TERRACE MUNICIPAL CODE TO

IMPLEMENT STATE SMALL-LOT SUBDIVISION REQUIREMENTS
UNDER SENATE BILL 684 (2023) AS AMENDED BY SENATE BILL 1123 (2024), TO UPDATE MINISTERIAL LAND USE PERMIT PROCEDURES TO

INCLUDE CODE-COMPLIANT SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCES
CONSISTENT WITH HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRAM NO. 16, AND
DETERMINING THAT ZONING CODE AMENDMENT 25-03 IS NOT A

PROJECT UNDER THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
(CEQA).
2030 VISION STATEMENT:

This staff report supports City Council Goal #5, “Engage in Proactive Communication” by updating the City’s Municipal Code to provide current information regarding City policies.

BACKGROUND:

City staff is recommending approval of Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-03 to bring the City’s subdivision and zoning regulations into compliance with Senate Bill 684 (2023) and Senate Bill 1123 (2024). Together, these State laws establish a ministerial approval process for qualifying small-lot subdivisions creating ten (10) or fewer parcels and ten (10) or fewer residential units on properties zoned single-family, multi-family, or vacant. The amendments became operative on July 1, 2025.

ZCA 25-03 also streamlines zoning review procedures by consolidating code-compliant single-family residential approvals into a ministerial Land Use Permit process, consistent with Housing Element Program No. 16. To implement these statutory requirements, staff has prepared comprehensive amendments to Titles 17 (Subdivisions) and 18 (Zoning) of the Municipal Code, along with targeted updates to related chapters.

These amendments establish clear, objective application, site plan, and design standards necessary for ministerial review; integrate Building and Safety submittal and construction requirements into Chapter 18.63 for greater consistency and transparency; address internal inconsistencies identified during review of the existing code; and make minor corrections and clarifications to improve overall administration of the Municipal Code.

The Ordinance approving Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-03 is included as Attachment 1.

Supporting reference materials are provided as exhibits to Attachment 1, including Senate Bill No. 684 (EXHIBIT A) and Senate Bill No. 1123 (EXHIBIT B).

In 2023, the State Legislature adopted Senate Bill 684 as part of its ongoing effort to expand housing opportunities and streamline the creation of smaller, ownership-oriented housing developments. SB 684 was signed into law on October 11, 2023, and added Government Code Sections 65852.28, 65913.4.5, and 66499.41. These provisions establish a ministerial approval pathway for subdivisions creating ten (10) or fewer parcels and ten (10) or fewer residential units, with the intent of encouraging modest infill development and reducing the time and cost associated with traditional subdivision processing. The law became effective on July 1, 2024.

In 2024, the Legislature adopted Senate Bill 1123, which refined and expanded the provisions of SB 684. SB 1123 clarified procedural requirements, expanded eligibility to include certain vacant parcels zoned for single-family residential use, and adjusted several standards to improve consistency in application across jurisdictions. These amendments became operative on July 1, 2025.

State law authorizes cities to adopt local ordinances to implement SB 684 and SB 1123. To ensure the City’s regulations align with these requirements and provide a clear, predictable process for applicants, staff has prepared Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-03. The proposed ordinance updates the Municipal Code to reflect current State law and establish a streamlined framework for reviewing qualifying small-lot subdivision applications.

DISCUSSION:

The purpose of this Ordinance is to provide objective standards for small-lot subdivisions with ten or fewer units, implement the provisions of State law reflected in Government Code Sections 65852.28, 65913.4.5, and 66499.41, and facilitate the development of new residential housing consistent with the City’s General Plan while ensuring sound standards of public health and safety.

The Ordinance establishes the objective standards, review procedures, and ministerial approval pathways necessary for the City to process small-lot subdivision applications. To achieve this, the Ordinance introduces a new Chapter 17.29 – Small Lot Subdivisions within Title 17, which sets objective criteria related to parcel eligibility, lot size, density, environmental constraints, replacement housing, affordability requirements, development standards, limitations on further subdivision, and submittal obligations such as covenants and performance security. These standards ensure that qualifying applications can be reviewed and approved administratively by the City Engineer as part of the required ministerial process.

The Ordinance also updates Table 17.04.050 to assign the City Engineer as the review and approval authority for small-lot subdivisions and expands Section 17.08.020 to include new definitions necessary for accurate and objective implementation of the standards. These amendments enhance clarity and consistency within Title 17 and support standardized application review.

To maintain internal consistency across the Municipal Code, the Ordinance revises portions of Title 18 (Zoning). The Residential Districts chapter (Chapter 18.10) is replaced to incorporate references to small-lot subdivision allowances and to identify circumstances in which alternative lot sizes and densities permitted under State law may apply. The Ordinance also amends Chapter 18.63 – Site and Architectural Review and related zoning sections to streamline the review process for code-compliant single-family homes by consolidating approvals into a ministerial Land Use Permit, consistent with Housing Element Program No. 16.

Collectively, these amendments align the City’s subdivision and zoning regulations with required ministerial processing, establish clear and objective development standards, and provide a cohesive administrative framework that enables consistent application of local and State requirements during project review.

Amendments to Title 17 – Subdivisions
The Ordinance updates multiple provisions of Title 17 to support ministerial processing of small-lot subdivisions and align local procedures with Government Code § 66499.41. Key changes include:
• Table 17.04.050 is amended to designate the City Engineer as both the review and approval authority for small-lot subdivisions.
• Section 17.08.020 is expanded to include State-law definitions such as “extremely low-income household,” “lower-income household,” “moderate-income household,” “net habitable square feet,” “qualified urban use,” “substantially surrounded,” “vacant,” and “very low-income household.”
• New Chapter 17.29 – Small Lot Subdivisions is added to establish objective standards for eligibility, lot size, density, unit counts, environmental exclusions, replacement housing, affordability triggers, covenant requirements, construction timing, and limitations on further subdivision or ADUs.

These objective standards ensure that small-lot subdivision applications can be reviewed ministerially while maintaining necessary public health, safety, and infrastructure protections allowed under the Subdivision Map Act.

Amendments to Title 18 – Zoning
To ensure zoning regulations align with the subdivision provisions, the Ordinance also amends several portions of Title 18:
• Chapter 18.10 – Residential Districts is replaced in full to update lot size, density allowances, and use tables so they accommodate small-lot subdivisions as authorized by State law. Each residential zone now identifies when State-authorized small-lot subdivisions or SB 9 urban lot splits may deviate from base zoning standards.
• Chapters 18.60 and 18.63, along with related sections (§§ 18.71.070, 18.48.040, 18.73.070,

18.73.211, 18.69.030, 18.65.020, 18.56.020, and Table 18.27.010), are amended to align ministerial processing with updated subdivision procedures and to implement Housing Element Program No. 16 by consolidating code-compliant single-family home review into a ministerial Land Use Permit process.

These zoning amendments ensure consistency between the development standards applied to smalllot subdivisions and the objective requirements used during ministerial review.

Discussion – Planning Commission Input and Revisions
The Planning Commission reviewed Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-03 at a duly noticed public hearing and generally supported the ordinance. During the discussion, the Commission raised a couple of points aimed at improving clarity and making the ordinance easier to administer.

First, the Commission noted that the “specific adverse impact” and enforcement language in Section

18.10.100 (Small Lot Subdivision / Starter Home Revitalization Act) appeared to be duplicated. While the language is similar, staff later confirmed that the provisions apply at different points in the process; one during review of the housing development and the other at the building permit stage. To avoid confusion, staff revised the ordinance to clearly distinguish which provisions apply at each stage and removed the duplicated enforcement subsection, since enforcement authority is already addressed elsewhere in the Municipal Code. These changes clarify the intent of the ordinance without changing how the ministerial review process works.

The Commission also discussed the qualifying criteria related to utility service, specifically the requirement that parcels created through a small lot subdivision be served by public water and a municipal sewer system. The Commissioners suggested adding language to reference septic system approvals from the Regional Water Quality Control Board. After further review, staff recommends keeping the existing public water and sewer requirement as written. This keeps the criteria clear, objective, and within the City’s control, and avoids introducing additional discretionary approvals that could slow down the process or move projects out of ministerial review.

To address this concern while still acknowledging outside agency requirements, staff added language clarifying that nothing in the ordinance waives or overrides applicable requirements of the Regional Water Quality Control Board or any other state or federal agency with jurisdiction over water quality or wastewater disposal. This makes clear that applicants must still comply with all applicable outside agency regulations, without complicating the City’s review process.

Public Hearing Notification
Notice of the City Council public hearing for Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-04 was provided in accordance with Sections 65090 and 65091 of the California Government Code and Section

18.03.070 (Public Hearing Notice) of Chapter 18.03 (General Provisions) of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code.

The public hearing notice was published in a newspaper of general circulation, the San Bernardino County Sun, on January 22, 2026. In addition, the notice was posted by the City Clerk in compliance with applicable State law and the City’s adopted noticing requirements.

Conclusion
Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-03 updates the City’s subdivision and zoning regulations to implement the requirements of Senate Bill 684 (2023) and Senate Bill 1123 (2024), which together establish a ministerial approval process for qualifying small-lot subdivisions of ten or fewer parcels and ten or fewer residential units. The amendment ensures that the Municipal Code contains the objective standards, definitions, procedures, and review authority necessary to implement these State mandates while maintaining consistency with the City’s General Plan and the 2021–2029 Housing

Element. By adding a new Chapter 17.29 to Title 17 and updating related provisions within Titles 17 and 18, the ordinance provides a clear, legally compliant framework for evaluating small-lot subdivision applications through ministerial review. The amendment also streamlines zoning review procedures by consolidating code-compliant single-family home approvals into a ministerial Land Use Permit, as required by Housing Element Program No. 16. Collectively, these updates improve internal consistency, enhance administrative efficiency, and ensure that the City is prepared to process smalllot subdivision applications. The proposed Zoning Code Amendment is consistent with applicable State law, supports the City’s long-term housing goals, and will facilitate orderly and compliant residential development within Grand Terrace.

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT:

ZCA The City of Grand Terrace has reviewed the ZCA 25-03 project with respect to the applicability of the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq) (“CEQA”).

Government Code Section 65852.28(e) – “A local agency may adopt an ordinance to implement the provisions of this section. An ordinance adopted to implement this section shall not be considered a project under Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code.” Government Code Section 65913.4.5(b) – “A local agency may adopt an ordinance to implement the provisions of this section. An ordinance adopted to implement this section shall not be considered a project under Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code.” Government Code 66499.41(i) – “A local agency may adopt an ordinance to implement the provisions of this section. An ordinance adopted to implement this section shall not be considered a project under Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code.” The City Council has determined that the text amendment in this Ordinance is not a project under CEQA pursuant to Government Code Sections 65852.28(e), 659.13.4.5(b), and 66499.41(i) and is therefore not subject to further environmental review under CEQA.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Adopting Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-03 is not expected to have any direct fiscal impact on the City’s General Fund.

The Ordinance updates the Municipal Code to comply with State law and does not create new programs, require additional staffing, or result in new City expenditures. Any future small-lot subdivision applications will be processed using the City’s existing fee structure, which is intended to cover staff time and review costs.

By shifting qualifying projects to a ministerial process, the Ordinance may also reduce processing time and staff effort compared to discretionary review, resulting in minor administrative efficiencies.

While the Ordinance does not directly generate revenue, it may support long-term fiscal benefits by encouraging modest infill housing and contributing to incremental growth in property tax and related revenues.

Overall, the Ordinance can be implemented with existing resources and is not expected to result in a measurable fiscal impact to the City.

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ORDINANCE NO. 373

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND

TERRACE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ZONING CODE AMENDMENT
25-03, AMENDING TITLE 17 (SUBDIVISIONS) AND TITLE 18 (ZONING)

OF THE GRAND TERRACE MUNICIPAL CODE TO IMPLEMENT STATE

SMALL-LOT SUBDIVISION REQUIREMENTS UNDER SENATE BILL
684 (2023) AS AMENDED BY SENATE BILL 1123 (2024), TO UPDATE MINISTERIAL LAND USE PERMIT PROCEDURES TO INCLUDE CODECOMPLIANT SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCES CONSISTENT WITH HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRAM NO. 16, AND DETERMINING THAT
ZONING CODE AMENDMENT 25-03 IS NOT A PROJECT UNDER THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA).

WHEREAS, the City of Grand Terrace (“City”) adopted a Subdivision Code as set forth in Title 17 of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code, which has been amended from time to time; and
WHEREAS, the City adopted a Zoning Code as set forth in Title 18 of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code, which has been amended from time to time; and WHEREAS, the City wishes to protect and preserve the quality of life throughout the City through effective engineering, land use and planning; and WHEREAS, on October 11, 2023, Senate Bill 684 (Chapter 783, Statutes of 2023) was approved by the Governor of the State of California and filed with the Secretary of State, adding to the Government Code Sections 65852.28, 65913.4.5, and 66499.41, allowing ministerial approval of a subdivision of 10 or fewer parcels and 10 or fewer residential units that meet specified requirements, effective July 1, 2024; and WHEREAS, the California legislature subsequently enacted Senate Bill 1123 (Chapter 294, Statutes of 2024), signed by the Governor of the State of California on September 19, 2024 and filed with the Secretary of State, which amends Government Code Sections 65852.28 and 66499.41 to, among other things, expand the ministerial approval process to certain vacant single-family zoned lots and make clarifying changes to the provisions enacted by SB 684, with such amendments becoming operative on July 1, 2025; and
WHEREAS, state law allows a local agency to adopt an ordinance to implement the provisions in Senate Bill 684 as subsequently amended by Senate Bill 1123; and WHEREAS, Title 17 – (SUBDIVISIONS) provides the City with legal authority for the review of the design and improvement of subdivisions and the processing of any proposed subdivision, reconfiguration and/or consolidation of land within the City to the extent authorized by the California Subdivision Map Act; and WHEREAS, this Ordinance amends Table 17.04.050 (Review, approval and appeal body.), in Title 17 – (SUBDIVISIONS) to comply with the “Starter Home

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Revitalization Act” of 2021 reflected in state law under Government Code Sections 65852.28, 65913.4.5, and 66499.41 by adding “Small Lot Subdivisions” to the table and establish the review, approval and appeal body; and
WHEREAS, this Ordinance amends Chapter 17.08.020 (Definitions), in Title 17 – (SUBDIVISIONS) to comply with the “Starter Home Revitalization Act” of 2021 reflected in state law under Government Code Section 65852.28, Section 65913.4.5, and Section 66499.41 by adding new definitions for “extremely low-income household”, “lower-income household”, “moderate income household”, “net habitable square feet”, “qualified urban use”, “substantially surrounded”, “vacant”, and “very low-income household”; and WHEREAS, this Ordinance add a new Chapter 17.29 Small Lot Subdivisions “Starter Home Revitalization Act” to provide objective standards for small lot subdivisions with 10 or fewer units, to implement the provisions of the "Starter Home Revitalization Act" of 2021 reflected in state law under Government Code Section 65852.28, Section 65913.4.5, and Section 66499.41, and to facilitate the development of new residential housing units consistent with the City’s General Plan and ensure sound standards of public health and safety; and
WHEREAS, Title 18 – (ZONING) provides the City with an adopted a zoning plan that is a districting plan, as provided by State law which contains the standards for the City’s residential zones that are intended to carry out the goals and objectives of the City’s General Plan with respect to residential land uses and development and promotes the growth of the City in an orderly manner promoting and protecting the public health, safety, comfort and general welfare; and
WHEREAS, this Ordinance amends Chapter 18.10 (Residential Districts.), in Title 18 – (ZONING) to update the residential zoning districts to include state law changes to lot sizes and densities that occurred under the “Starter Home Revitalization Act” of 2021 reflected in state law under Government Code Section 65852.28, Section 65913.4.5, and Section 66499.41; and
WHEREAS, this Ordinance amends Chapter 18.10 (Residential Districts.), in Title 18 – (ZONING) to update the residential zoning districts to include state law changes to lot sizes and densities that occurred under the Housing Opportunity and More Efficiency “HOME” Act of 2021 reflected in state law under Government Code Section 66452.6, Section 65852.21, and Section 66411.7; and
WHEREAS, this Ordinance amends Chapter 18.60 (Off-Street Parking), in Title 18 – (ZONING) to update the residential zoning districts parking standards to include state law changes to parking under the “Starter Home Revitalization Act” of 2021 reflected in state law under Government Code Sections 65852.28, 65913.4.5, and 66499.41; and WHEREAS, this Ordinance amends Chapter 18.63 (Site and Architectural Review), Sections 18.71.070, 18.48.040, 18.73.070, 18.73.211, 18.69.030, 18.65.020,

18.56.020, and Table 18.27.010 in Title 18 – (ZONING) to streamline the ministerial zoning approval process from the Land Use Permit and Administrative Site and

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Architectural Permit to just the Land Use Permit to comply with General Plan Housing Element Program No. 16 “Ministerial Processing of Single Family Homes”, and small lot subdivisions established by the “Starter Home Revitalization Act” of 2021 reflected in state law under Government Code Section 65852.28, Section 65913.4.5, and Section 66499.41; and
WHEREAS, this Ordinance repeals and replaces Chapter 18.10 – (RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS) in its entirety to comply with the “Starter Home Revitalization Act” of 2021 reflected in state law under Government Code Sections 65852.28, 65913.4.5, and 66499.41; and
WHEREAS, on March 25, 2025, a comprehensive update to the Housing Element of the Grand Terrace General Plan for 2021-2029 planning period was approved via General Plan Amendment (GPA) 25-01 by the City of Grand Terrace City Council; and WHEREAS, the Housing Element contains twenty-one (21) programs for the 2021- 2029 planning period, including the responsible agency, timeframe, funding source and objective to provide adequate sites for housing; and
WHEREAS, Housing Program No. 16 “Ministerial Processing of Single-Family Homes” committed the City to revising the processing procedures for single-family homes to shorten the approval process from a discretionary approval and public hearing requirement to a ministerial land use permit application approval process by staff that no longer is subject to a public hearing requirement; and
WHEREAS, this Ordinance amends Section 18.63.020 “Application” to include the review and approval planning process for code compliant single-family homes to be the ministerial Land Use Permit application; and

WHEREAS, the City has implemented land use policies based on the City’s General Plan, which provide an overall vision for the community and balances important community needs, and the City seeks to ensure that Housing Element Program No. 16, and Senate Bill 684, as amended by Senate Bill 1123, projects are consistent with those policies; and
WHEREAS, the proposed amendments to the City of Grand Terrace Municipal Code implement requirements of state law and add local policies that are consistent with the state housing law and implement the City’s General Plan Housing Element for the 2021 – 2029 planning period; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has found that the provisions of this Ordinance approving ZCA 25-03 are consistent with the goals and policies of the City’s General Plan; and

WHEREAS, state law requires that the City’s Subdivision Code (Title 17 of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code) conform with Chapter XI, Section 7 of the California Constitution to supplement and implement the California Subdivision Map Act, California

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Government Code Section 66410 et seq. and with the General Plan’s goals and policies; and
WHEREAS, state law requires that the City’s Zoning Code (Title 18 of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code) conform with the General Plan’s goals and policies; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Sections 65800 and 65850 of the California Government Code, the City may adopt ordinances to establish requirements for the regulation of land uses, in compliance with the California Government Code; and WHEREAS, notice of the City Council Public Hearing concerning this Ordinance was duly published in a local newspaper at least ten (10) days prior to the Public Hearing and posted by the City Clerk in compliance with the City’s Zoning Code and City Council Resolution No. 2019-24, Expanded Public Noticing and Outreach Policy for Public Hearings and Public Workshops; and
WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 373 approving Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-03 is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and therefore is not subject to environmental review under CEQA; and
WHEREAS, on December 18, 2025, the Planning Commission/Site and Architectural Review Board of the City of Grand Terrace conducted a duly noticed public hearing on Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-03, reviewed the proposed amendments, and considered testimony and evidence presented by the public and City staff; and WHEREAS, following its review, the Planning Commission provided comments and recommendations intended to clarify the ordinance and improve its administration, and thereafter adopted a Resolution recommending that the City Council approve Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-03, as modified to address the Commission’s input; and WHEREAS, on February 10, 2026, the City Council of the City of Grand Terrace held a duly noticed Public Hearing with respect thereto, and considered testimony and evidence at the Public Hearing on the Ordinance that would approve Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-03; and
WHEREAS, the amendments to Title 17 (Subdivisions) and Title 18 (Zoning) are intended to implement Housing Element Program No. 16, Senate Bill 684 and Senate Bill 1123, and are not considered a project under Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code, as provided in Government Code Sections 65852.28(e), 65913.4.5(b), and 66499.41(i); and
WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Ordinance have occurred.

NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The City Council hereby specifically finds that all the facts set forth in the

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above Recitals are true and correct and incorporated herein by this reference.

SECTION 2. Based upon the forgoing and all oral and written testimony by members of the public and City staff (including, but not limited to, staff reports and corresponding attachments) made at the Public Hearing, the City Council hereby finds that the Project “Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-03” is not subject to environmental review pursuant Government Code Sections 65852.28(e), 65913.4.5(b), and 66499.41(i), and is therefore not subject to further environmental review under CEQA as follows:

Finding: A project is exempt from CEQA if the activity is covered by the commonsense exemption that CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not subject to CEQA.

Facts in Support of Finding: The City of Grand Terrace has reviewed the ZCA 25-03 project with respect to the applicability of the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq) (“CEQA”).

Government Code Section 65852.28(e) – “A local agency may adopt an ordinance to implement the provisions of this section. An ordinance adopted to implement this section shall not be considered a project under Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code.”
Government Code Section 65913.4.5(b) – “A local agency may adopt an ordinance to implement the provisions of this section. An ordinance adopted to implement this section shall not be considered a project under Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code.”
Government Code 66499.41(i) – “A local agency may adopt an ordinance to implement the provisions of this section. An ordinance adopted to implement this section shall not be considered a project under Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code.”
The City Council has determined that the text amendment in this Ordinance is not a project under CEQA pursuant to Government Code Sections 65852.28(e), 659.13.4.5(b), and 66499.41(i) and is therefore not subject to further environmental review under CEQA.

SECTION 3. Based upon the forgoing and all oral and written testimony by members of the public and City staff (including, but not limited to, staff reports and corresponding attachments) made at the Public Hearing, the City Council determines the findings for Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-03 pursuant to Grand Terrace Municipal Code Section §18.90.040 can be made supporting the project application as follows:

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1) Finding: The proposed amendment will not be detrimental to the health, safety, morals, comfort or general welfare of the persons residing or working within the neighborhood of the proposed amendment or within the City.

Facts in Support of Finding: The Ordinance approving Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-03 amends the City’s Municipal Code to streamline planning and zoning approval of code compliant single-family homes in compliance with Housing Element Program No. 16. Code compliant homes should not be a detriment to the community. If any home requires a variance, then that home would go through a Public Hearing process and CEQA review. The Ordinance approving ZCA 25-03 amends the City’s Municipal Code to comply with the “Starter Home Revitalization Act” of 2021 by adding “Small Lot Subdivisions” to comply with state law under Government Code Section 65852.28, Section 65913.4.5, and Section 66499.41.

The State requires the City ministerially approve small lot subdivision as the State does not define them as being detrimental to communities. The Ordinance approving ZCA 25-03 amends the City’s Municipal Code residential zoning districts to include state law changes to lot sizes and densities that occurred under the Housing Opportunity and More Efficiency (“HOME”) Act of 2021 reflected in state law under Government Code Section 66452.6, Section 65852.21, and Section 66411.7. The State requires the City ministerially to approve urban lot splits and duplex developments as the State does not define them as being detrimental to communities.
2) Finding: The proposed amendment will not be: Injurious to property or improvements in the neighborhood or within the City.

Facts in Support of Finding: The Ordinance approving Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-03, amending City’s Municipal Code to comply with State Housing Law, will not be injurious to property improvements within neighborhoods in the City because while the approvals are ministerial, the projects require review by zoning and constructed with inspections for grading and building permits. Code compliant structure should not be injurious to property or improvement in their respective neighborhood or within the City.
3) Finding: The proposed amendment will be consistent with the latest adopted general plan.

Facts in Support of Finding: The Ordinance approving Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-03 satisfies Housing Program No. 16 in the 2021 – 2029 Housing Element.

SECTION 4. Section 17.04.050 “Review, approval and appeal body” of Chapter 17.04 – GENERAL PROVISIONS of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows:

Deletions shown as strikethroughs, additions shown as bold italics.

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“17.04.050 Review, approval and appeal body.

A. The authority for review, recommendations and approval of subdivisions and related land actions is as follows:

Table 17.04.050 Review, approval and appeal body

TYPE OF
ACTION
REVIEW
BODY

APPROVAL
BODY
APPEAL
BODY
Tentative maps Planning
Commission
City Council N/A
Vesting tentative
maps
Planning
Commission
City Council N/A
Tentative parcel
maps
Planning
Commission
City Council N/A
Tentative map
extensions
City staff and other
responsible
agencies
Director City
Engineer
Planning
Commission City
Council
Parcel maps (4 or
less lots)
City staff and other
responsible
agencies
City Council N/A
Final maps (5 or
more lots)
City staff and other
responsible
agencies
City Council N/A
Waivers of parcel
maps
City staff and other
responsible
agencies
City Engineer Planning
Commission City
Council
Urban lot splits City staff and other
responsible
agencies
City Engineer Planning
Commission City
Council
Reversion to
acreage
Planning
Commission
City Council N/A
Lot and parcel
mergers
City staff and other
responsible
agencies
Director City
Engineer
Planning
Commission City
Council
Lot line
adjustments
City staff and other
responsible
agencies
Director City
Engineer
Planning
Commission City
Council
Certificate of
compliance
City staff and other
responsible
agencies
City Engineer Planning
Commission City
Council
Small Lot
Subdivisions (10
or fewer parcels)
City Engineer or
their designee
City Engineer City Council

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B. In instances when tentative maps, tentative parcel maps, or vesting tentative maps are processed concurrently with other land use applications requiring City Council action, such as a zone change, development agreement, or environmental impact report, the City Council shall have final jurisdiction in approval, conditional approval, or denial of the tentative map, tentative parcel map or vesting tentative map.

C. The City Council shall be the final appeal body on all appeals.” SECTION 5. Section 17.08.020 “Definitions” of Chapter 17.08 – DEFINITIONS of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows:
“17.08.020 Definitions.

Throughout this Title the following words phrases shall have the meanings as described in this Section:

A. "Appeal body" shall mean the advisory or legislative body with the authority to hear appeals on applications or actions pursuant to this Title.

B. "Approval body" shall mean the advisory agency, legislative body or City staff person with the authority to approve an application or action pursuant to this Title.

C. "CEQA" shall mean the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended.

D. "City" shall mean the City of Grand Terrace.

E. "City Engineer" shall mean the City Engineer of the City of Grand Terrace, or an authorized designee.

F. "City standards" shall mean all those ordinances, standards, regulations, policies, resolutions and procedures that the City uses to review, process, approve or inspect applications for development, including, but not limited to, public improvements, grading and landscaping.

G. "Community apartment project" shall mean a project in which an undivided interest in land is coupled with the right of exclusive occupancy of any apartment located thereon.

H. "Composite development plan" shall mean a plan or plans, filed at the time of filing of a final map, which shows the information required by Section 17.28.240.

I. "Condominium" shall mean an estate in real property consisting of an undivided interest in common in a portion of a parcel of real property together with a separate interest in space in a residential, industrial or commercial building on the real property, such as an apartment, office or store. In addition, a

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condominium may include a separate interest in other portions of such real property.

J. "Condominium conversion" shall mean the conversion or division of a singleownership parcel of existing improved residential real property, such as an apartment project, into a condominium, community apartment project, stock cooperative or townhouse form of ownership involving separate ownership or permanent right of exclusive use of individual units.

K. "Department" shall mean the Community and Economic Development Department.

L. "Design" shall mean street alignments, grades and widths; drainage, water, sewer and sanitary facilities and utilities, including alignments and grades thereof; location and size of all required easements and rights-of-way; fire roads and firebreaks; lot size and configuration; vehicular and bicycle traffic access; grading; land to be dedicated for park or recreational purposes; and such other specific physical requirements in the plan and configuration of the entire subdivision as may be necessary to ensure consistency with, or implementation of, the General Plan or any applicable specific plan.

M. "Director" shall mean the Director of Community and Economic Development or authorized designee.

N. “Extremely low-income household” has the same meaning set forth in Health & Safety Code Section 50106.

O. "Final map" shall mean a map showing a subdivision of five or more parcels for which a tentative and final map are required by, and prepared in accordance with, the Subdivision Map Act and this Title, and designed to be filed for recordation in the office of the San Bernardino County Recorder.

P. "Improvement" shall mean any streets, sidewalks, storm drainage facilities, water and sewer facilities, utilities, landscaping to be installed or agreed to be installed, by the subdivider on the land to be used for public or private streets, highways, ways and easements, as are necessary for the general use of the lot owners in the subdivision and local neighborhood traffic and acceptance of the final map thereof. Improvement also means other specific improvements or types of improvements, the installation of which, either by or by a combination of, the subdivider, public agencies, private utilities, or any other entity approved by the City, is necessary to ensure consistency with, or implementation of, the General Plan, or any applicable specific plan. Improvements shall be constructed in accordance with standard engineering specifications, where applicable.

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Q. "General Plan" shall mean the General Plan of the City of Grand Terrace, including all adopted elements and maps, as it may be amended from time to time.

R. "Government Code" shall mean the Government Code of the State. If at any time any of the sections of the Government Code referred to in this Chapter are redesignated by a new number, such new number shall thereupon be deemed substituted for such old number wherever the same appears in this Chapter.

S. "Lot line adjustment" shall mean a boundary realignment between four or fewer existing adjacent legal and/or recognized parcels, under the same or different ownership where land taken from one parcel is added to an adjacent parcel, and where a greater number of parcels other than originally existed is not thereby created.

T. “Lower-income household” has the same meaning set forth in Health & Safety Code Section 50079.5.

U. "Merger" shall mean the joining of two or more contiguous parcels of land under one ownership into one parcel.

V. “Moderate income household” has the same meaning set forth in Health & Safety Code Section 50093.

W. "Multiple" or "phased final maps" shall mean any aggregation of final maps which are filed on property included in a single tentative map.

X. “Net habitable square feet” has the same meaning set forth in Government Code Section 66499.41(a)(6).

Y. "Parcel map" shall mean a map which is designated to be placed on record with the office of the San Bernardino County Recorder for any subdivision creating four or fewer lots or five or more lots if the subdivision complies with the provisions of California Government Code Section 66426(a), (b), (c), (d) or (e).

Z. "Planning Commission" shall mean the Planning Commission of the City of Grand Terrace.

AA. “Qualified urban use” has the same meaning set forth in Public Resources Code Section 21072.

BB. "Remainder" shall mean that portion of an existing parcel which is not designated on the required map as part of the subdivision. The remainder shall not be considered as part of the subdivision but shall be shown on the required map as part of the area surrounding the subdivision. A remainder of five acres or more need not be shown on the map and its location need not be indicated as a matter of survey, but only by deed reference to the existing boundaries of the remainder.

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CC. "Standard engineering specifications" shall mean the San Bernardino County Standards and Specifications and Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction.

DD. "Stock cooperative project" shall mean a project wherein a corporation is formed or utilized primarily for the purpose of holding title to an apartment project, if all, or substantially all, of the shareholders of such corporation receive a right of exclusive occupancy in a dwelling unit in the apartment project, title to which is held by the corporation. The right of occupancy is transferable only concurrently with the transfer of shares of stock in the corporation held by the person having such right of occupancy. For the purpose of this Title, "stock cooperative projects" are subject to the same restrictions and conditions as condominium conversion projects.

EE. "Subdivider" shall mean a person, firm, corporation, partnership or association who proposes to divide, divides or causes to be divided real property into a subdivision for oneself or for others. Employees and consultants of such persons or entities, acting in such capacity, are not "subdividers." FF. "Subdivision" shall mean the division, by any subdivider, of any unit or units of improved or unimproved land, or any portion thereof, shown on the latest equalized county assessment roll as a unit or as contiguous units, for the purpose of sale, lease or financing, whether immediate or future. Property shall be considered as contiguous units, even if it is separated by roads, streets, utility easement or railroad rights-of-way. "Subdivision" includes a condominium project, as defined in California Civil Code Section 1351(f), a community apartment project, as defined California Civil Code Section 1351(d), or the conversion of five or more existing dwelling units to a stock cooperative, as defined in California Civil Code Section 1351(m).

GG."Subdivision Map Act" shall mean the provisions of California Government Code, Title 7, Division 2, Section 66410 et seq. and such amendments thereto as may be made from time to time.

HH. "Substandard lot" shall mean any lot which does not meet the minimum dimension or area requirement for the zone in which it is located and for which no variance has been obtained. In determining the minimum lot area or dimensions, the area of any easement which restricts the normal usage of the lot may be excluded.

II. “Substantially surrounded” has the same meaning set forth in Public Resources Code Section 21159.25.

JJ. "Tentative map" shall mean a map prepared for the purpose of showing the design and improvements of a proposed subdivision and the existing conditions in and around it.

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KK. "Tentative parcel map" shall mean a tentative map for a proposed subdivision creating four or fewer lots or five or more proposed lots which comply with the provisions of California Government Code Section 66426(a), (b), (c), (d) or (e).

LL. "Tract map" shall mean a term that may be used as a synonym for the term "final map."
MM. "Urban lot split" shall mean the division of a single parcel into two separate parcels in compliance with the provisions of Chapter 17.30 (Urban lot splits).

NN. “Vacant” has the same meaning set forth in Government Code Section 66499.41(a)(2)(A)(ii).

OO.“Very low-income household” has the same meaning set forth in Health & Safety Code Section 50105.

PP. "Vesting tentative map" shall mean a tentative map prepared in accordance with the provisions of this Title that shall have printed conspicuously on its face the words "Vesting Tentative Map" at the time it is filed.

QQ."Zoning code" shall mean Title 18 of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code, including all text and maps, as it may be amended from time to time.” SECTION 6. Chapter 17.29 – SMALL LOT SUBDIVISIONS “STARTER HOME REVITALIZATION ACT” of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code is hereby added to read in its entirety as follows:
“Chapter 17.29 – SMALL LOT SUBDIVISIONS "STARTER HOME REVITALIZATION ACT"

17.29.010 - Purpose.

The purpose of this chapter is to provide objective standards for small lot subdivisions with ten (10) or fewer units, to implement the provisions of the "Starter Home Revitalization Act" of 2021 reflected in state law under Government Code Section 65852.28, Section 65913.4.5, and Section 66499.41, and to facilitate the development of new residential housing units consistent with the City’s General Plan and ensure sound standards of public health and safety.

17.29.020 – SMALL LOT SUBDIVISION.

The City Engineer or their designee shall ministerially review, without a public hearing, an application for a parcel map or a tentative and final map for a housing development project and shall approve the application if the criteria in Government Code Section 66499.41 and this section are satisfied.

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17.29.030 – QUALIFYING CRITERIA.

Within 60 days from the receipt of a complete application, the City Engineer or their designee shall determine if the parcel map or tentative and final map for the subdivision meets all the following requirements:
a. The parcel is one of the following:
i. Located within a multi-family residential zone or overlay as depicted on the most current Zoning Map approved by the City Council; or
ii. Vacant and located within a single-family residential zone on the most current Zoning Map approved by the City Council.
b. The proposed subdivision will result in ten (10) or fewer parcels and the housing development project on the lot proposed to be subdivided will contain ten (10) or fewer residential units not including any permitted accessory dwelling units or junior accessory dwelling units. c. The lot is substantially surrounded by qualified urban uses and meets the following maximum lot area requirements:
i. No larger than five (5) acres, if the lot is zoned for multi-family residential; or
ii. No larger than one and one-half (1.5) acres, if zoned for singlefamily residential. d. The lot is a legal parcel.
e. The lot was not established pursuant to this Chapter 17.29 Small Lot Subdivisions; or, an urban lot split pursuant to Government Code Section 66411.7 and Chapter 17.30 Urban Lot Splits.
f. The newly created parcels meet the following minimum lot area requirements:
i. No smaller than 600 square feet if zoned for multi-family residential; or
ii. No smaller than 1,200 square feet if zoned for single-family residential.
g. The housing units on the lot proposed to be subdivided are one of the following:

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i. Constructed on fee simple ownership lots;
ii. Part of a common interest development;
iii. Part of a housing cooperative, as defined in Civil Code Section 817;
iv. Constructed on land owned by a community land trust meeting the requirements of Government Code Section
66499.41; or
v. Part of a tenancy in common, as described in Civil Code Section 685.
h. The proposed development must meet one of the following:
i. If the parcel is identified in the Housing Element for the current planning period, the development must result in at least as many units as projected for the parcel in the Housing Element.

If the parcel is identified to accommodate low- or very-lowincome households, the development must result in at least as many low- or very-low-income units as projected in the Housing Element. These units shall be subject to a recorded affordability restriction of at least 45 years.
ii. If the parcel is not identified in the Housing Element for the current planning period, the development must result in 66 percent of the maximum allowable residential density
specified in the zoning district in which the parcel is located or 66 percent of the applicable residential density specified in Government Code Section 65583.2(c)(3)(B), whichever is
greater. If the zoning district in which the parcel is located does not specify a maximum allowable density, then the
development must result in 66 percent of the applicable residential density specified in Government Code Section 65583.2(c)(3)(B).
i. The average total area of floorspace for the proposed housing units on the lot proposed to be subdivided does not exceed 1,750 net habitable square feet.
j. The housing development project on the lot proposed to be subdivided would not require demolition or alteration of any of the following types of housing:

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i. Housing that is subject to a recorded covenant, ordinance, or law that restricts rents to levels affordable to people and families of low, very low, or extremely low-income.
ii. Housing that is subject to any form of rent or price control through a public entity’s valid exercise of its police power. iii. Housing occupied by tenants within the five years preceding the date of the application, including housing that has been demolished or that tenants have vacated prior to the
submission of the application for a development permit. iv. A parcel on which an owner of real residential property has exercised the owner’s rights under Chapter 12.75
(commencing with Section 7060) of Division 7 of Title 1 of the Government Code to withdraw accommodations from rent or lease within 15 years before the date that the development proponent submits an application.
k. The lot being subdivided is not located on a site that is any of the following:
i. Either prime farmland or farmland of statewide importance, as defined pursuant to United States Department of Agriculture land inventory and monitoring criteria, as modified for California, and designated on the maps prepared by the
Farmland Mapping and Monitoring Program of the Department of Conservation, or land zoned or designated for agricultural protection or preservation by a local ballot measure that was approved by the voters of that jurisdiction.
ii. Wetlands, as defined in the United States Fish and Wildlife Service Manual, Part 660 FW 2 (June 21, 1993).
iii. Within a very high fire hazard severity zone, as determined by the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection pursuant to Section 51178 of the Government Code, or within a high or very high fire hazard severity zone as indicated on maps adopted by the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection pursuant to Section 4202 of the Public Resources Code.
iv. A hazardous waste site that is listed pursuant to Section 65962.5 of the Government Code or a hazardous waste site designated by the Department of Toxic Substances Control pursuant to former Section 25356 of the Health and Safety Code, unless the State Department of Public Health, State Water Resources Control Board, or Department of Toxic

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Substances Control has cleared the site for residential use or residential mixed uses.
v. Within a delineated earthquake fault zone as determined by the State Geologist in any official maps published by the State Geologist, unless the development complies with applicable seismic protection building code standards adopted by the California Building Standards Commission under the
California Building Standards Law (Part 2.5 (commencing with Section 18901) of Division 13 of the Health and Safety Code), and by the building department under Chapter 12.2
(commencing with Section 8875) of Division 1 of Title 2 of the Government Code.
vi. Within a special flood hazard area subject to inundation by the 1-percent annual chance flood (100-year flood) as determined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency in any official maps published by the Federal Emergency Management
Agency. If a development proponent is able to satisfy all applicable federal qualifying criteria in order to provide that the site satisfies this subparagraph, the City of Grand Terrace shall not deny the application on the basis that the
development proponent did not comply with any additional permit requirement, standard, or action adopted by the City that is applicable to that site. A development may be located on a site described in this subparagraph if either of the following are met: (1) the site has been subject to a Letter of Map Revision prepared by the Federal Emergency
Management Agency and issued to the City; or (2) the site meets Federal Emergency Management Agency requirements
necessary to meet minimum flood plain management criteria of the National Flood Insurance Program pursuant to Part 59 (commencing with Section 59.1) and Part 60 (commencing
with Section 60.1) of Subchapter B of Chapter I of Title 44 of the Code of Federal Regulations.
vii. Within a regulatory floodway as determined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency in any official maps
published by the Federal Emergency Management Agency,
unless the development has received a no-rise certification in accordance with Section 60.3(d)(3) Title 44 of the Code of Federal Regulations. If a development proponent is able to satisfy all applicable federal qualifying criteria in order to provide that the site satisfies this subparagraph and is otherwise eligible for streamlined approval under this section, the City of Grand Terrace shall not deny the application on the basis that the development proponent did not comply with any

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additional permit requirement, standard, or action adopted by the City that is applicable to that site.
viii. Lands identified for conservation in an adopted natural community conservation plan pursuant to the Natural
Community Conservation Planning Act (Chapter 10
(commencing with Section 2800) of Division 3 of the Fish and Game Code), habitat conservation plan pursuant to the federal Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. Sec. 1531 et seq.), or other adopted natural resource protection plan.
ix. Habitat for protected species identified as candidate, sensitive, or species of special status by state or federal agencies, fully protected species, or species protected by the federal Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. Sec. 1531 et seq.), the California Endangered Species Act (Chapter 1.5 (commencing with Section 2050) of Division 3 of the Fish and Game Code), or the Native Plant Protection Act (Chapter 10 (commencing with Section 1900) of Division 2 of the Fish and Game Code).
x. Lands under conservation easement.
l. The proposed subdivision shall conform to all applicable objective requirements of the Subdivision Map Act (commencing with Government Code Section 66410), except as otherwise expressly provided in this chapter and Government Code Section 66499.41. m. The proposed subdivision complies with all applicable standards established in Chapter 18.10 “Residential Districts” and Government Code Section 65852.28.
n. The parcels created pursuant to this Section must be served by a public water system and a municipal sewer system.
o. The proposed subdivision will not result in any existing dwelling unit being alienable separate from the title to any other existing dwelling unit on the lot.
p. The development proposed on the parcels complies with all objective zoning standards, objective subdivision standards, and objective design review standards applicable to the parcel as provided in the zoning district in which the parcel is located, except that a proposed housing development is not required to comply with either a minimum requirement on size, width, depth, frontage, or dimensions of an individual parcel beyond the minimum parcel size specified in Section

17.29.060 (f) or the formation of a homeowners’ association, except as

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required by the Davis-Stirling Common Interest Development Act (Part 5 (commencing with Section 4000) of Division 4 of the Civil Code). q. If any existing dwelling unit is proposed to be demolished, the applicant will comply with the replacement housing provisions of Government Code Section 66300(d).
r. The applicant must submit proof, to the satisfaction of the City Engineer, of a recorded covenant and agreement enforceable by the City of Grand Terrace that the applicant agrees the building permit is issued on condition that a certificate of occupancy or equivalent final approval for the building will not be issued unless the final map has been recorded.
s. The applicant shall provide security to ensure faithful performance of the requirements identified in the approved tentative or parcel map or its conditions of approval in the form of bonds, an instrument of credit from one or more financial institutions subject to regulation by the state or federal government and pledging that the sufficient funds necessary to carry out the act or agreement are on deposit and guaranteed for payment, or a letter of credit from such a financial institution. The amount of the security shall be an amount not more than 300% of the total estimated cost of improvements or acts to be performed.
t. Other Agency Approvals. Nothing in this chapter is intended to supersede, limit, or waive compliance with applicable requirements of the Regional Water Quality Control Board, the State Water Resources Control Board, the San Bernardino County Department of Public Health, or any other state or federal agency with jurisdiction over water quality, wastewater disposal, septic systems, or environmental health. Compliance with this chapter does not relieve an applicant of the obligation to obtain all approvals required by other agencies with jurisdiction.

7.29.040 – DEVELOPMENT ON EACH LOT.

At least one residential structure in compliance with applicable provisions of the California Building Standards Code Title 18 – Zoning of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code must be developed on each resulting parcel that does not already contain an existing legally permitted residential structure or is reserved for internal circulation, open space, or common area.

17.29.050 – PROHIBITION OF ACCESSORY DWELLING AND JUNIOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS.

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An accessory dwelling unit or junior accessory dwelling unit shall not be permitted on a parcel created through this chapter.

17.29.060 – PROHIBITION OF URBAN LOT SPLITS.

A parcel created under this chapter may not be further subdivided pursuant to an urban lot split under Chapter 17.30 – URBAN LOT SPLITS of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code or Government Code Section 66411.7.

17.29.070 – DECLARATION OF PRIOR TENANCIES.

If any existing housing is proposed to be demolished, the owner of the property proposed for the subdivision shall sign an affidavit, in the form approved by the city attorney, stating that none of the conditions listed in Section 17.29.030 (j) above exist and shall provide a comprehensive history of the occupancy of the units to be altered or demolished for the past five (5) years on a form approved by the city attorney.

17.29.080 – SPECIFIC ADVERSE IMPACTS.

In addition to the criteria listed in this section, a subdivision proposed under this chapter may be denied if the City Engineer or their designee makes a written finding, based on a preponderance of the evidence, that the proposed subdivision or proposed housing development project would have a specific, adverse impact upon public health and safety, for which there is no feasible method to satisfactorily mitigate or avoid the specific, adverse impact. A “specific adverse impact” is a significant, quantifiable, direct, and unavoidable impact, based on objective, identified written public health or safety standards, policies, or conditions as they existed on the date the application was deemed complete.

Inconsistency with the zoning ordinance or general plan land use designation and eligibility to claim a welfare exemption are not specific health or safety impacts.

17.29.090 – ENFORCEMENT.

The city attorney shall be authorized to abate violations of this chapter and to enforce the provisions of this chapter and all implementing agreements and affidavits by civil action, injunctive relief, and any other proceeding or method permitted by law. Remedies provided for in this chapter shall not preclude the City from any other remedy or relief to which it otherwise would be entitled under law or equity.”
SECTION 7. Chapter 18.10 – RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows:
“Chapter 18.10 RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS

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18.10.010 Purpose.

The residential zones contained in this Chapter are intended to carry out the goals and objectives of the community's general plan Housing Element, and state housing law with respect to residential land uses and residential development. These goals and objectives are to be achieved through the following purposes established for the residential zones:

A. To provide for development in accordance with the general plan; B. To promote the most appropriate and efficient use of the land while providing a variety of housing opportunities to the community;
C. To promote a compatible relationship between residential, commercial and other types of land uses located in the community;
D. To promote public health, safety and welfare through encouraging the appropriate type and size of development for the community;
E. To manage development with respect to its type, size and location in order to prevent harmful encroachment of disruptive development into the community's residential neighborhoods.

18.10.020 Residential districts.

The following districts are designed to implement the goals and objectives of the general plan. Each district contains specific land use regulations and density ranges for development.

A. RH, Hillside Residential District. This district is intended for very low density single family residential development with a maximum retention of open space. It is located in the portions of the City identified in the general plan's master environmental analysis as having severe development limitations related to topography and soil conditions. The maximum density allowed in this district is one dwelling unit per gross acre.

B. R1-20, Very Low Single Family Residential District. This district is intended for very low density single family residential use. The minimum lot size is 20,000 square feet with a maximum density of two dwelling units per gross acre. Deviations from the above minimum lot size and maximum density can occur in compliance with the following:

1. Small Lot Subdivisions established by the “Starter Home Revitalization” Act of 2021, which is codified in state law under Government Code Section 65852.28, Section 65913.4.5, and Section 66499.41, and the City Municipal Code Title 17 and Title 18.

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2. Urban Lot Splits established by the Housing Opportunity and More Efficiency “HOME” Act of 2021, which is codified in state law under Government Code Section 66452.6, Section 65852.21, and Section 66411.7, and the City Municipal Code Title 17 and Title 18.

C. R1-10, Low Density Single Family Residential District. This district is intended for low density single family residential use. The minimum lot size is 10,000 square feet with a maximum density of four dwelling units per gross acre. Deviations from the above minimum lot size and maximum density can occur in compliance with the following:

1. Small Lot Subdivisions established by the “Starter Home Revitalization” Act of 2021, which is codified in state law under Government Code Section 65852.28, Section 65913.4.5, and Section 66499.41, and the City Municipal Code Title 17 and Title 18.

2. Urban Lot Splits established by the Housing Opportunity and More Efficiency “HOME” Act of 2021, which is codified in state law under Government Code Section 66452.6, Section 65852.21, and Section 66411.7, and the City Municipal Code Title 17 and Title 18.

D. R1-7.2, Single Family Residential District. This district is intended for single family residential use. The minimum lot size is 7,200 square feet with a maximum density of five dwelling units per gross acre. Deviations from the above minimum lot size and maximum density can occur in compliance with the following:

1. Small Lot Subdivisions established by the “Starter Home Revitalization” Act of 2021, which is codified in state law under Government Code Section 65852.28, Section 65913.4.5, and Section 66499.41, and the City Municipal Code Title 17 and Title 18.

2. Urban Lot Splits established by the Housing Opportunity and More Efficiency “HOME” Act of 2021, which is codified in state law under Government Code Section 66452.6, Section 65852.21, and Section 66411.7, and the City Municipal Code Title 17 and Title 18.

E. R2, Low Medium Density Residential District. This district is intended for single family residential use and low density multiple family development. The minimum lot size is 10,000 square feet with a maximum density of nine dwelling units per gross acre. Deviations from the above minimum lot size and maximum density can occur in compliance with the following:

1. Small Lot Subdivisions established by the “Starter Home Revitalization” Act of 2021, which is codified in state law under Government Code Section 65852.28, Section 65913.4.5, and Section 66499.41, and the City Municipal Code Title 17 and Title 18.

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2. Urban Lot Splits established by the Housing Opportunity and More Efficiency “HOME” Act of 2021, which is codified in state law under Government Code Section 66452.6, Section 65852.21, and Section 66411.7, and the City Municipal Code Title 17 and Title 18.

F. R3, Medium Density Residential District. This district is intended for medium density multiple family development. The minimum lot size is 12,000 square feet with a maximum density of 12 dwelling units per gross acre. Deviations from the above minimum lot size and maximum density can occur in compliance with the following:

1. Small Lot Subdivisions established by the “Starter Home Revitalization” Act of 2021, which is codified in state law under Government Code Section 65852.28, Section 65913.4.5, and Section 66499.41, and the City Municipal Code Title 17 and Title 18.

2. Urban Lot Splits established by the Housing Opportunity and More Efficiency “HOME” Act of 2021, which is codified in state law under Government Code Section 66452.6, Section 65852.21, and Section 66411.7, and the City Municipal Code Title 17 and Title 18.

G. R3-S, Medium Family, Senior Citizen. This district is intended for the development of senior citizen housing. The maximum density shall not exceed 20 units per acre.

The development standards shall be established through specific plan process.

Deviations from the above minimum lot size and maximum density can occur in compliance with the following:

1. Small Lot Subdivisions established by the “Starter Home Revitalization” Act of 2021, which is codified in state law under Government Code Section 65852.28, Section 65913.4.5, and Section 66499.41, and the City Municipal Code Title 17 and Title 18.

2. Urban Lot Splits established by the Housing Opportunity and More Efficiency “HOME” Act of 2021, which is codified in state law under Government Code Section 66452.6, Section 65852.21, and Section 66411.7, and the City Municipal Code Title 17 and Title 18.

H. R3-20, Medium High Density Residential District. This district is intended for higher density multiple family development, which may include affordable housing. The minimum lot size is 12,000 square feet with a maximum density of 20 units per acre. Deviations from the above minimum lot size and maximum density can occur in compliance with the following:

1. Small Lot Subdivisions established by the “Starter Home Revitalization” Act of 2021, which is codified in state law under Government Code Section 65852.28, Section 65913.4.5, and Section 66499.41, and the City Municipal Code Title 17 and Title 18.

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2. Urban Lot Splits established by the Housing Opportunity and More Efficiency “HOME” Act of 2021, which is codified in state law under Government Code Section 66452.6, Section 65852.21, and Section 66411.7, and the City Municipal Code Title 17 and Title 18.

I. R3-24, High Density Residential District. This district is intended for high density multiple family development, which may include affordable housing. The minimum lot size is 12,000 square feet with a minimum density of 20 units per acre and a maximum density of 24 units per acre. Deviations from the above minimum lot size and maximum density can occur in compliance with the following:

1. Small Lot Subdivisions established by the “Starter Home Revitalization” Act of 2021, which is codified in state law under Government Code Section 65852.28, Section 65913.4.5, and Section 66499.41, and the City Municipal Code Title 17 and Title 18.

2. Urban Lot Splits established by the Housing Opportunity and More Efficiency “HOME” Act of 2021, which is codified in state law under Government Code Section 66452.6, Section 65852.21, and Section 66411.7, and the City Municipal Code Title 17 and Title 18.

18.10.030 Use regulations.

Uses listed in Table 18.10.030 shall be allowed in one or more of the residential districts as indicated in the columns below each district heading. Permitted uses are indicated by the letter "P" while the letter "C" indicates uses which require a conditional use permit.

TABLE 18.10.030

RESIDENTIAL LAND USE REGULATIONS
Permitted Uses RHR1-
20 R1-
10 R1-7.2R2 R3 R3-
S
R3-
20/
R3-
24 A. Residential Uses
Single-Family (Detached), Full Sized P P P P Pa Pb - -
Second Units (Subject to Chapter 17.30 and

18.65)
Pg Pg Pg Pg - - - -
Two-Unit Developments (Subject to Chapter

17.30 and 18.65)
Pg Pg Pg Pg - - - -
Single-Family (Attached) (Duplexes, Triplexes,
and Fourplexes)
- - - - P P - P

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Multiple Family Units - - - - P P - P
Manufactured Housing (As Permitted Per
Chapter 18.66)

P P P P P P - -
Mobile Home Park - - - - C C - -
Senior Citizen Housing Pd P
Small Lot Subdivision "Starter Home
Revitalization Act" (Subject to Chapters

17.29 and 18.10)

P P P P P P P P
Urban Lot Splits “Housing Opportunity and
More Efficiency” (HOME) Act of 2021
(Subject to Chapters 17.29 and 18.65)
- P P P - - - -
Planned Residential Development (As
Permitted Per Section 18.10.090)
- - - - P P P P
B. Residential Accessory Structures
Accessory Structure P P P P P P Pd P
Accessory Dwelling Unit (Subject to Chapter

17.30 and 18.69)

P P P P P P P P
Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit (Subject to
Chapter 17.30 and 18.69)

P P P P P P - -
Guest House C C C C C C - -
Private Garage P P P P P P - P
Private Swimming Pool P P P P P P Pd P
Home occupation (As Permitted Per Chapter

5.06)
P P P P P P Pd P
Keeping of Cats and Dogs (Maximum of Two
Each)
P P P P P P Pd P
Other Accessory Uses (As Approved by the
Planning Director)
P P P P P P Pd P
C. Other Uses
Churches (Minimum Three-Acre Parcel)e C C C C C C - -
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations (accessory
use)i

P P P P P P P P
Schools (Private and Parochial)e C C C C C C - -
Public Park and Playgrounde P P P P P P - -
Public Facilities (And Quasi- Public)e C C C C C C - -
Family Day Care Small (Eight or Less
Children)ej

P P P P P - P - -
Family Day Care Large Center (Nine or More
Children)ej

PC PC PC PC PC - C - -
Residential Care Facility (Six or Less Persons) P P P P P P P P Residential Care Facility (Seven or More
Persons)f

C C - -

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State Licensed Congregate Living Health
Facility (CLHF)h
- - - - C C C C
Single Room Occupancy C C - -
Utility or Service Facilitye C C C C C C - -
Outdoor Recreation Facilitye C C C C C C - -
D. Temporary uses
Temporary Uses (As approved by Planning
Director)
P P P P P P Pd P
Temporary Trailers (As Approved by Planning
Director)
P P P P P P Pd P
Footnotes:
a. A second single-family detached unit (full-sized single-family detached dwelling) shall be permitted in the R2 zone provided that the lot or parcel in question meets the minimum area requirement for the R2 zone and that said lot or parcel is developed with no more than one single-family detached dwelling. A site and architectural Land Use Permit review application for the second- family detached unit in accordance with Chapter 18.63 of the Zoning Code shall be required to be ministerially approved prior to the issuance of building permits. In addition, All development standards of the underlying R2 zone must be adhered to; and any division in ownership among the structures on the lot or parcel in question shall conform to the subdivision laws of the state and city.
b. A second-family detached unit (full sized single-family detached dwelling) shall be permitted in the R3 zone provided that the lot or parcel in question meets the minimum area requirements for the R3 zone and that said lot or parcel is developed with no more than one single-family detached dwelling. A site and architectural Land Use Permit review application for the second- family detached unit in accordance with Chapter 18.63 of the Zoning Code shall be required to be approved prior to the issuance of building permits. In addition, All development standards of the underlying R3 zone must be adhered to; and any division in ownership among the structures on the lot or parcel in question shall conform to the subdivision laws of the state and city. c. "P" stands for "Permitted Use" where the use is permitted by right; and "C" stands for "Conditional Use" where the use requires a conditional use permit. d. Senior citizen housing is allowed in the R3-S up to a maximum density of twenty (20) unit/acre. A specific plan will be required for all senior citizen housing projects in this zone. Some accessory and temporary uses as indicated will be allowed in the R3-S zone with the approval of the Community Development Director. e. Notwithstanding anything indicating otherwise in this Table, this use is prohibited on a parcel that was created by an urban lot split, pursuant to Subsection 17.30.050(A).

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f. Subject to administrative conditional use permit.
g. Notwithstanding anything indicating otherwise in this Table, this use shall be prohibited if the finding of a specific, adverse impact is made in accordance with Subsection 18.65.020(C).
h. CLHF's are required to comply with the City's Objective Design Standards (ODS) and a State license is required to operate as a Congregate Living Health Facility (CLHF) in California. A CLHF means a residential home with a capacity of no more than 18 beds (except a facility operated by a city and county for purposes of delivering services may have a capacity of 59 beds; or, a facility not operated by a city and county servicing persons who are terminally ill, persons who have been diagnosed with a life-threatening illness, or both, that is located in a county with a population of 500,000 or more persons, or located in a county of the 16th class pursuant to Section 28020 of the Government Code, may have not more than 25 beds for the purpose of serving persons who are terminally ill) that provides inpatient care, including the following basic services: medical supervision, 24-hour skilled nursing and supportive care, pharmacy, dietary, social, recreational, and at least one type of the following service:
(A) Services for persons people who are mentally alert, persons people with physical disabilities, who may be ventilator dependent. (B) Services for persons people who have a diagnosis of terminal illness, a diagnosis of a life- threatening illness, or both. Terminal illness means the individual has a life expectancy of six months or less as stated in writing by his or her attending physician and surgeon. A "life- threatening illness" means the individual has an illness that can lead to a possibility of a termination of life within five years or less as stated in writing by his or her attending physician and surgeon. (C) Services for persons who are catastrophically and severely disabled. A person who is catastrophically and severely disabled means a person whose origin of disability was acquired through trauma or nondegenerative neurologic illness, for whom it has been determined that active rehabilitation would be beneficial and to whom these services are being provided. Services offered by a congregate living health facility to a person who is catastrophically disabled shall include, but not be limited to, speech, physical and occupational therapy. i. Residential Electric Vehicle Charging Stations shall be processed by the City in compliance with AB 970 (McCarty, 2021) subject to the specific binding timelines for the expedited, streamlined, ministerial review and approval of Electric Vehicle Charging Station (EVCS) permit applications per Assembly Bill 1236 (Chiu, 2015).

The review periods for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations are determined based on the size of the proposed project.

Application Completeness

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• 1-25 Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at a single site: 5 business days • 26 or more stations at a single site: 10 business days Application Approval
• 1 -25 Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at a single site: 20 business days • 26 or more stations at a single site: 40 business days Conditions of Approval for Expedited Review
• A completed Submittal Requirements Checklist.
• All proposed Electric Vehicle Charging Stations and equipment shall conform with the City of Grand Terrace
Objective Design Standards (ODS)

• Electric Vehicle Charging Station equipment including transformers, generating stations, energy storage units, and any other electric vehicle charging station related equipment must be adequately screened from visible view to the satisfaction of the City by one or combination of the following:

° Permanent masonry enclosure with decorative block wall and metal roof covering. Access gates/doors to be lockable and secure. ° Shrink wrap material acceptable to the City's objective design standards j. State Law SB234 known as the “California Child Day Care Facilities Act” of 2021 designates small and large family daycare homes as a residential use of property. SB234 prohibits a local jurisdiction from imposing a business license, fee, or tax for the privilege of operating a small family daycare home and large family daycare home.

18.10.040 Site development standards.

The site development standards established for each residential district are as shown in Table 18.10.040.

TABLE 18.10.040

RESIDENTIAL BUILDING SITE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Development Issue Zone RH R1-20 R1-10 R1-

7.2 R2 R3 R3-S R3-20 R3-24

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Lot Area1 (Minimum square
feet)
_
a 20,000 10,000 7,200 10,000 12,000 g 12,000 12,000
Lot Area1 (Small Lot
Subdivision)
_
a 1,200 1,200 1,200 600 600 g 600 600
Lot Width2 (Minimum linear feet)
* Interior Lot _a 100 60 60 60 60 g 60 60
* Corner Lot _a 100 70 70 70 70 70 70
Lot Depth2(Minimum linear
feet)
_
a 150 100 100 100 100 g 100 100
Street Frontage (Minimum
linear feet)
_
a 50 40 40 40 40 g 40 40
Setbacks (Minimum linear feet)
•Front Yard Setback2 _
a 25b 25b 25b 25b 25b 25b 25b
•Rear Yard Setback2 _
a 35b 35b 20b 20b 20b 20b 20b
•Side Yard Setback2
- Interior Lot g
With Garage _
a 10b 10b 10b 10b 10b 10b 10b
Without Garage _
a 5b 5b 5b 5b 10b 10b 10b
- Corner Lot
Street side _
a 15b 15b 15b 15b 15b 15b 15b
No Street side _
a 5 5 5 5 10 10 10
Density3 (Allowable dwelling
units per acre)
_
a 1-2 1-4 1-5 1-9 1-12c Max.
20 13-20c 20-24c
Density3 (Small Lot
Subdivision)
_
a
Living Area (Minimum square feet)
* Single Family _a 1,350d 1,350d 1,350d 1,350d 1,350d
* Duplex, Triplex, Four-plex
and Multiple Family
g _g _g
- One (1) Bedroom - - - - 800d 800d
- Two (2) Bedroom - - - - 1,000d 1,000d
Height4 (Maximum linear feet) _
a 35e 35e 35e 35e 35e g 35e 35e
Lot Coverage (Maximum
percent)
_
a 40 50 50 60f 60 g 60 60
Distance Between Buildings2
(Minimum linear feet)
_
a 5 5 5 20 20 g 20 20
Footnotes:
1 Minimum Square Feet
2 Minimum Linear Feet
3 Residential Dwelling Units Per Acre
4 Maximum Linear Feet

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a. A specific plan shall be required for all proposed projects (including tentative parcel or tract maps) which include any property located within this district, except that a specific plan shall not be required for existing parcels that are one acre or less in size, are readily served by existing infrastructure, have public access, and fire services can be readily provided. Such specific plan shall establish site development standards on a project-by-project basis in consideration of the existing topography and other physical constraints.

The specific plan shall not create a density greater than one (1) dwelling unit per gross acre and shall be consistent with the city's general plan. The specific plan may consider a clustered development concept in order to preserve large areas of open space and minimize the project's impact on the physical environment. b. The following exceptions apply to front, rear and side yard requirements as noted:

1. The minimum side and rear yard setback for a patio cover shall be five (5) feet.

2. The minimum rear yard setback for an accessory structure shall be ten (10) feet.

3. Slopes exceeding five (5%) percent shall be permitted no closer to a residential structure than a distance equal to the required side and rear yard setbacks. In the R1-10 district and the R1-20 district, the thirty-five (35) foot rear yard setback may include ten (10) feet of slope that is greater than five (5%) percent.

4. In the case of a parcel or tract map, the twenty-five (25) foot front yard setback requirement may range from twenty-two (22) feet to twenty-eight (28) feet, with an average of twenty-five (25) feet for all proposed lots.

5. In the case where an existing legal nonconforming structure is located within a required setback area, the legal nonconforming structure may be enlarged within the required setback area subject to the following conditions:
a. The proposed addition does not further reduce the depth of the existing setback area; and
b. The proposed addition is located no closer than five (5) feet from any property line.
c. A density bonus shall be permitted in accordance with the California Government Code and this Title.
d. For the purposes of this chapter, the following terms shall be defined as follows:
"Living area" means the enclosed area of a residential dwelling unit, excluding porches, patios, carports, garages, storage areas or auxiliary rooms.

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"Multiple-family" means one- or two-bedroom units only. e. Accessory structures shall not exceed twenty feet in height, with exceptions as listed in Section 18.73.090 of this title.
f. Not more than the permitted percent of the total parcel may be devoted to main and accessory structures, parking areas, driveways and covered patios. The remaining percent of the total parcel shall be devoted to open areas such as landscaping, lawn, outdoor recreational facilities, incidental to residential development, including swimming pools, tennis courts, putting greens, uncovered patios and walkways. Said open areas shall consist of not less than two hundred (200) square feet of open space per dwelling unit.
g. Senior citizen housing's development standards will be established through the specific plan process. All senior citizens housing projects in the R3-S zone will require specific plan process; however, in no circumstance shall the density exceed twenty (20) unit/acre.

18.10.050 Off-street parking.

The provisions of Chapter 18.60 shall apply in determining the number of parking spaces that must be provided for each use located in a residential district.

18.10.060 Residential street parking.

The portions of Chapter 10.16 shall apply in all residential districts. 8.10.070 Signs.

The provisions of Chapter 18.80 shall apply in all residential districts.

18.10.080 Site and architectural review.

The provisions of Chapter 18.63 shall apply in all residential districts.

18.10.090 Planned residential development.

A. Purpose. The purpose of this Section is to provide a process for approving a planned residential development that is intended to:

1. Allow for flexibility and creativity in the development of infill lots otherwise constrained due to lot size, configuration and/or surroundings;

2. Provide a method whereby land may be designed and developed as a unified site by taking advantage of efficient site planning techniques thereby resulting in a more efficient use of land, a better living environment, excellence of design, and related enhanced amenities than is otherwise possible through strict application of the development standards of the underlying zoning classification;

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3. Ensure development that meets high standards of environmental quality, public health and safety, the efficient use of the City's resources, and the purpose, intent, goals, policies, actions, and land use designations of the General Plan, and any applicable specific plan.

B. Applicability.

1. Planned Residential Development Permitted Zones. A planned residential development shall be permitted on those parcels identified, within the R2—Low Medium and R3—Medium Density Residential Zone districts. As determined by the Planning Commission on a case by case basis, a planned residential development may be proposed on any site other than those listed in subparagraph "a.", provided that it meets the applicability requirements of this section. a. A planned residential development may be proposed on the following properties: Assessor's Parcel Numbers: 0275-191-15, 0275-211-09, 0275-211- 58, 0275-251-04, 0276-202-74, and 1167-341-078.

2. Planned Residential Development Minimum Site Area. A planned residential development may only be requested for a site(s) with a minimum size of 22,000 net square feet.
a. Net area shall mean the total horizontal area within the lot lines of a lot, excluding public or private easement, any street, drive aisle, or right of way area.

3. Planned Residential Development Permitted Uses. A planned residential development project shall not authorize a use that is not allowed in the base zoning district.

C. Planned Residential Development Standards.

1. Planned Residential Development Density. Density within a planned residential development shall comply with the permitted density of the underlying zone district. a. The fractional/decimal results of calculations of the number of multiple housing units allowed within a land use zoning district shall be rounded down to the next lowest whole number. If a fraction is 0.55 or more, the Planning and Development Services Director may recommend the higher whole number to the Planning Commission Site and Architectural Review Board based on other development standards and regulations being met.

2. Planned Residential Development Density Bonus. A density bonus, as shown below, may be considered by the Planning Commission Site and Architectural Review Board, based on the merits of the project, including that all applicable development standards are met. Only one density bonus may be granted.

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a. Notwithstanding Subsection 2. above, a density bonus shall be granted for affordable housing developments in accordance with the density bonus provisions of Government Code Section 65915; or
b. A twenty 20 percent (20%) density bonus with evidence that the project can be certified in LEED for Homes; or
c. A ten percent (10%) density bonus for construction of the project to meet or exceed more than a twenty 20 percent (20%) increase in energy efficiency above Title 24 requirements or;

3. Planned Residential Development Lot Coverage. Lot coverage shall not exceed sixty 60 percent (60%) of the lot area. Lot coverage includes primary and accessory structures, covered patios and garages.

4. Planned Residential Development Open Space. A minimum of twenty 20 percent (20%) of the lot area shall be open and unobstructed. Paved areas, drive aisles, parking areas, private patios, or areas between structures less than ten (10) feet in any dimension, shall not be counted towards open space. Twenty-five percent (25%) of open amenity areas may be counted toward the open space requirement.

5. Planned Residential Development Private Open Space. A minimum of 250 square feet of private open space per dwelling unit shall be provided, with no dimension less than ten (10) feet. Architectural elements with no habitable space may encroach into private open spaces.

6. Planned Residential Development Amenities. Amenities may include a swimming pool, clubhouse, tot lot with play equipment, picnic shelter with barbeque area, basketball, tennis, or other recreational amenities. The type of amenities shall be approved by the Planning Commission. Amenities shall be provided as follows:

Number of Units Number of
Amenities
0—11 0
12—24 1
25—50 2
51—75 3
75+ as determined by the Planning Commission
Note: Where a mix of attached and detached units is proposed, amenities shall be provided pursuant to this subsection.

7. Planned Residential Development Height. Thirty-five (35) feet. Three (3) story structures shall not be permitted adjacent to any Single-Family Residential zone or single-family use.

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8. Planned Residential Development Circulation.
a. Private streets shall be permitted only when a Homeowner's Association is established to maintain them.
b. Private streets shall be built to public works construction standards. c. Street/Drive Aisle Width. A minimum of twenty-six (26) feet, curb to curb with no on-street parking shall be provided. Where one-way access is proposed, the minimum width shall conform to San Bernardino County Fire standards. d. Two points of vehicular ingress and egress to a public street shall be provided.

Except that for smaller projects or where the applicant can show that this is a physical impossibility, the appropriate fire authority San Bernardino County Fire may modify this requirement if the fire authority San Bernardino County Fire determines that emergency access is adequate for the project.

9. Planned Residential Development Number of Attached Dwelling Units. Attached dwelling units shall not exceed eight (8) units. Any building with six (6) or more units shall provide a minimum two (2) foot variation along the building wall plane.

10.Project Planned Residential Development Setbacks.
a. Perimeter Setbacks.
i. Front Yard: Twenty (20) feet.
ii. Rear Yard: Fifteen (15) feet.
iii. Side Yard: Ten (10) feet.
iv. Street Side Yard: Ten feet.
b. Planned Residential Development attached units shall also adhere to the following setbacks:
i. A minimum setback of ten (10) feet from the curb face, except that a minimum driveway depth of seventeen (17) feet shall be provided. ii. A minimum of fifteen (15) feet between attached buildings. c. Small lot Planned Residential Development subdivisions shall adhere to the following standards:
i. Minimum Lot Size: 3,500 net square feet.

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ii. Lot Coverage: Sixty 60 percent (60%).
iii. Front Yard Setback: An average of eighteen (18) feet, but no less than sixteen (16) feet.
iv. Rear Yard Setback: 15 feet.
v. Side Yard Setbacks: Five feet on one side yard and eight feet on the other side yard.
vi. Zero Lot Line Setback: Shall apply to detached garages only. vii. Distance Between Detached Garage and Main Residence: Five feet.

11.Planned Residential Development Parking. Parking shall be in accordance with Chapter 18.60 (Off-Street Parking), with the following exceptions:
a. On-street parking may be credited towards guest parking, provided that a curbto-curb street width or driveway width of a minimum of thirty-three (33) feet is provided, with parking only on one side of the street.

12.Planned Residential Development Storage and Trash Areas. All storage and trash areas shall be located within enclosed areas completely screened from public view. The enclosure shall follow current California Building Code accessibility requirements, as amended from time to time. A drain shall be installed and connected directly into the City's wastewater system, with approval from the City's Engineer. The storage and trash enclosure shall contain lockable front facing decorative metal doors and a side door, and a decorative metal roof or cover with screening to prevent illegal dumping. All decorative material shall be compliant with the City's objective design standards. Common storage and trash areas shall be within 200 feet of the dwelling served.

D. Planned Residential Development Processing Procedures.

1. Planned Residential Developments shall be processed in accordance with Chapter

18.63 (Site and Architectural Review). The application shall include all of the information and materials specified by the Site and Architectural Review application, together with the required fee in compliance with the City's adopted fee schedule. It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide evidence in support of the findings required by Subsection F. of this Section (Findings and Decision).

2. The application shall be accompanied by a tentative map that shall be filed and processed in accordance with Title 17 (Subdivisions) of the Municipal Code.

E. Planned Residential Development Review Authority. The Planning Commission Site and Architectural Review Board may approve, conditionally approve, or deny a Pplanned Rresidential Ddevelopment, provided that the findings contained in

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Subsection “F”. of this Section (Findings and Decision), and in Chapter 18.63 (Site and Architectural Review), can be made.

F. Planned Residential Development Approval Findings and Decision. The Planning Commission Site and Architectural Review Board may approve or conditionally approve a Pplanned Rresidential Ddevelopment only after first making all of the findings contained in Section 18.63.060 (Approval Process) and the following:

1. The Planned Residential Ddevelopment includes only uses allowed within the base zoning district.

2. The Planned Residential Ddevelopment is compatible with other developments within the zoning district and general neighborhood of the proposed project.

3. The project Planned Residential Development would produce a development construction of higher quality and greater excellence of design than that might otherwise result from using the standard development regulations.

4. The subject site is adequate in terms of size, shape, topography, and circumstances to accommodate the proposed Planned Residential Ddevelopment.

5. The project Planned Residential Development includes improved quality of life provisions and enhanced amenities, including an additional and appropriate variety of structure placement and orientation opportunities, appropriate mix of structure sizes, high quality architectural design, common open space, landscaping, parking areas, private open space, and sustainable improvement standards (e.g., energy efficient building design, construction, and operation.

G. Minor Changes to an approved Planned Residential Development by Director.

1. Minor changes in a Pplanned Rresidential Ddevelopment that do not involve an increase in density, or a change of use may be approved by the Planning and Development Services Director, pursuant to Subsection 18.63.020.C (Administrative Site and Architectural Review).

2. Proposed Cchanges that are not deemed minor shall be subject to review and approval by the original review authority.

H. Common Ownership — (Land or Improvements) for Planned Residential Development.

1. Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&R's). Where a Planned Residential Development contains any land or improvement proposed to be held in common ownership, the applicant shall submit a declaration of covenants, conditions and restrictions (CC&R's) with the final map establishing a Homeowner’s Association subject to Community and Economic Development Director and the City Attorney

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approval. Such declaration shall set forth provisions for maintenance of all common areas, payment of taxes and all other privileges and responsibilities of the common ownership. The CC&R's shall include provisions prohibiting the homeowners' association (HOA) from quitclaiming, selling or otherwise transferring the land held in common ownership to private property owners.

2. The City shall be made a party of the CC&R's. The City's participation shall be specifically limited to enforcement of the HOA's maintenance obligation.

3. Amendments to CC&R's. The provisions of approved CC&R's shall not be amended without the prior approval of the Community Planning and Development Services Director and City Attorney who at his or her their discretion may refer the matter to the Planning Commission Site and Architectural Review Board.

Requests for amendments to existing CC&R's shall be submitted to the Planning Department Community Development Division.

4. Maintenance. All private streets, walkways, parking areas, landscaped areas, storage areas, screening, sewers, drainage facilities, utilities, open space, recreation facilities and other improvements not dedicated to public use shall be maintained by the property owners. Provisions acceptable to the affected City Departments shall be made for the preservation and maintenance of all such improvements prior to the issuance of building permits.

5. Failure to Maintain Constitutes a Public Nuisance. All commonly-owned lots, improvements and facilities shall be preserved and maintained in a safe condition and in a state of good repair. Any failure to so maintain is unlawful and a public nuisance endangering the health, safety and general welfare of the public and a detriment to the surrounding community.

18.10.100 Small Lot Subdivision "Starter Home Revitalization Act” A. Housing Development of Small Lot Subdivisions. The City Planner shall ministerially review, without a public hearing, an application for a housing development project on a lot that is subdivided pursuant to Section Municipal Code Chapter 17.29 for small lot subdivision and Government Code Section 66499.41, and shall approve the application if the criteria in Government Code Section 65852.28 and this section are satisfied.

B. Qualifying Criteria. Within sixty (60) days from the receipt of a complete application, the City Planner shall determine if the housing development project meets all the following requirements:

1. The proposed housing development is on a lot created in accordance with Municipal Code Chapter 17.29 and Government Code Section 66499.41.

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2. The proposed housing development complies with all objective zoning standards, objective subdivision standards, and objective design review standards applicable to the parcel as provided in the zoning district in which the parcel is located that do not conflict with Section Municipal Code Chapter 17.29 and Government Code Sections 65852.28 and 66499.41; provided, however:
i. The Planning and Development Services Director, or their Planner designee, shall modify or waive any standard if the standard would have the effect of physically precluding the construction of the development project at twenty (20)
dwelling units per acre. Any modifications of development standards shall be the minimum modification necessary.
ii. No setback between the units is required, except as provided in the California Building Code (Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations).
iii. Required rear and side yard setbacks from the original lot line shall equal four feet, except that no setback shall be required for an existing legally created structure or a structure constructed in the same location and to the same dimensions as an existing legally created structure.
iv. For development on a vacant lot zoned for single-family residences, no height limit may be applied that is less than what is allowed per the existing zoning designation applicable to the lot.

C. Floor Area Ratio Standards. The following floor area ratios shall apply:

1. For a housing development project consisting of three (3) to seven (7) units, inclusive, the floor area ratio is 1.0.

2. For a housing development project consisting of eight (8) to ten (10) units, inclusive, the floor area ratio is 1.25.

D. Project Specific Adverse Impacts. In addition to the criteria listed in this section, a proposed housing development may be denied if the City Building Official makes a written finding, based on a preponderance of the evidence, that the proposed housing development project would have a specific, adverse impact upon public health and safety or the physical environment, for which there is no feasible method to satisfactorily mitigate or avoid the specific, adverse impact. A “specific adverse impact” is a significant, quantifiable, direct, and unavoidable impact, based on objective, identified written public health or safety standards, policies, or conditions as they existed on the date the application was

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deemed complete. Inconsistency with the zoning ordinance or general plan land use designation and eligibility to claim a welfare exemption are not specific health or safety impacts.

E. Building Permits for Housing Development of Small Lot Subdivisions.

The City Building Official shall issue a building permit for one or more residential units that are part of a housing development project on a lot that is subdivided pursuant to Grand Terrace Municipal Code Chapter

17.29 and Government Code Section 66499.41, and shall approve the application if the criteria in Government Code Section 65852.28 and this section are satisfied and has met the following criteria:

1. The applicant has received a tentative map or parcel map approval for the subdivision.

2. The applicant has submitted a complete building permit application.

Any dedication, improvement, and sewer requirements identified in the approved tentative map or parcel map or its conditions of approval shall be guaranteed to the City’s satisfaction.

F. Building Permit Specific Adverse Impacts. In addition to the criteria listed in this chapter, issuance of a building permit may be denied if the Building Official makes a written finding, based on a preponderance of the evidence, that the proposed housing development project would have a specific, adverse impact upon public health and safety or the physical environment, for which there is no feasible method to satisfactorily mitigate or avoid the specific, adverse impact. A “specific adverse impact” is a significant, quantifiable, direct, and unavoidable impact, based on objective, identified written public health or safety standards, policies, or conditions as they existed on the date the application was deemed complete. Inconsistency with the zoning ordinance or general plan land use designation and eligibility to claim a welfare exemption are not specific health or safety impacts.

G. Enforcement. The City Attorney shall be authorized to abate violations of this chapter and to enforce the provisions of this chapter and all implementing agreements and affidavits by civil action, injunctive relief, and any other proceeding or method permitted by law. Remedies provided for in this chapter shall not preclude the City of Grand Terrace from any other remedy or relief to which it otherwise would be entitled under law or equity.”
SECTION 8. Section 18.27.010 “Nonresidential Land Use Regulations” of Chapter 18.27 – NONRESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows:

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“18.27.010 Nonresidential Land Use Rregulations.

Land Uses listed in Table 18.27.010 shall be allowed in one or more of the nonresidential districts as indicated in the columns below each district heading. Permitted uses are indicated by the letter "P" while the letter "C" indicates uses which require a conditional use permit. A "-" indicates uses which are prohibited.

Permitted Usesa AP C2 CM MR M2 PUB
Agricultural and nursery supplies and services - - - P P - Amateur "HAM" radio antenna structures (Subject to
Chapter 18.72)

P P P P P P
Antique shops C P P P - -
Apparel stores C P P P - -
Appliance stores and repair - P P P - -
Art, music and photographic studios and supply stores - P P P - - Athletic and health clubs and weight-reducing clinics - P P P - - Bakeries (retail only) C P P P - -
Bakeries (wholesale) - - - - P -
Banks, financial services and institutions P - - - - -
Barber and beauty shops - P P P - -
Bicycle shops - P P P - -
Book, gift and stationary stores (other than adult
related material)

C - - - - -
Building maintenance services - - C P P -
Building supplies and sales - - C C - -
Building supplies sales, enclosed - - - P - -
Building supplies sales (wholesale and retail), indoor - - - - P - Building supplies sales (wholesale and retail), outdoor - - - - C - Building supplies and sales, outdoor - - - C - -
Business and office services P - - - - -
Business and office facilities - - P P - -
Business support services - - P P - -
Camera shop and film processing services - P P P - -
Candy and confectionery stores (retail only) C P P P - - Carpet and floor covering stores - P P P - -
China and glassware stores C P P P - -
Cleaning and pressing establishments - P P P - -
Computer and software stores C P P P - -
Communication services - - P P P -
Contractor's office and storage yards, indoor - - - - P - Contractor's office and storage yards, outdoor - - - C C -

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Convenience stores C P P P - -
Curtain and drapery shops - P P P - -
Day care centers C C C C - -
Delicatessens and specialty food stores - P P P - -
Drug stores and pharmacies C P P P - -
Emergency shelters subject to Chapter 18.78 - - - - P - Equipment sales and services, indoor - - - P - -
Establishments with on-site alcohol beverage sales
and consumption that are not bona fide eating
establishments (bars, taverns, cocktail lounges,
breweries, distilleries and/or wine making facilities with sales for on-site and off- site consumption)b

C C C C - -
Florist shops C P P P - -
Funeral homes (without crematory services) - - - C - -
Funeral homes (with crematory services) - - - - C -
Furniture stores C P P P - -
General assembly facilities (other than church
facilities)

P - - - - -
Government offices and service facilities - - - - - P
Grocery stores and supermarkets C P P P - -
Hardware stores C P P P - -
Heavy equipment rentals, sales and services, indoor - - P P P - Heavy equipment rentals, sales and services, outdoor - - C C C - Hobby and craft shops C P P P - -
Ice cream and yogurt shops - P P P - -
Jewelry stores C P P P - -
Laundry (self-service) - P P P - -
Laundry and cleaning services - - - P - -
Laundry and dry-cleaning facilities - - - - P -
Leather goods and luggage stores C P P P - -
Liquor stores C P P P - -
Mail order services - - - P P -
Manufacturing, light facilities - - C P P -
Manufacturing, medium facilities - - - - P -
Medical and dental offices and related health clinics P - - - - - Modular units for office purpose only - - - C - -
Modular units for business office or headquarter
purposes only
- - - - C -
Motels and hotels - C C C - -
Nurseries and garden supply stores C P P P - -
Nursing and retirement home facilities C - - - - -

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Office supplies store - P P P - -
Outdoor displays/uses shall take place in front of
business on site, which have been approved with a
conditional use permit. Under special circumstances
outdoor uses/displays are allowed without conditional
use permits during two city-wide events (the Grand
Terrace Days in June and Tour De Terrace Bike Event
in October), and in connection with business grand
openings. Temporary special event permits will be
required for display of associated balloons, banners
and special event signs.
- C C C - -
Paint, glass and wallpaper stores C P P P - -
Pet shops - P P P - -
Photography and film processing facilities - - - - P -
Plant nurseries, wholesale, outdoor - - - - C -
Printing, blueprinting and reproduction services - P P P P - Private School Facilities C - - - - -
Public and quasi-public facilities C - - - - -
Public library facilities - - - - - P
Public parks and recreational facilities - - - - - P
Public schools facilities - - - - - P
Public storage facilities, indoor - - P P P -
Public storage facilities, outdoor - - C C C -
Public utility facilities and services - - C C C P
Record, tape and video stores (sales and rental) - P P P - - Recreational facilities - - C C C -
Recreation vehicle storage, indoor - - - - P -
Recreational vehicle storage, outdoor - - - - C -
Research and development facilities - - P P - -
Research services - - - P - -
Restaurants: With incidental serving of beer and wine
(without a cocktail lounge, bar, entertainment or
dancing)
- P P P - -
Restaurants: With a cocktail lounge, bar, entertainment or dancing)
- C C C - -
Restaurants: Fast food (without a drive-thru) - P P P - - Restaurants: With entertainment and/or serving of
alcoholic beverages (other than beer and wine)
- C C C - -
Restaurants: Fast food (with a drive-thru) - C C C - -
Secondhand sales - C C C - -
Shoe stores (sales and repair) - P P P - -

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Sporting goods stores C P P P - -
Tailor shops - P P P - -
Temporary uses which are determined by the
community Planning and Ddevelopment Services
Ddirector or their designee that do not to have
significant long-term impact on the environment. (Uses
such as parking lot sales, Christmas tree sales,
seasonal sales, rummage sales, and others with
review through the land use permit approval or
administrative site and architectural approval
temporary use permit approval process in
accordance with Chapter 18.63, Site and Architectural
Review)
- P P P P -
Television, radio, VCR, stereo and CD component
stores (sales and repair)
- P P P - -
Toy stores C P P P - -
Variety department stores C P P P - -
Vehicle related services (Includes but not limited to
motorcycles and recreational vehicles. And service
related to boats, trailers and campers.): electric vehicle charging stations (accessory use)c

P P P P P P
Vehicle related services (Includes but not limited to
motorcycles and recreational vehicles. And service
related to boats, trailers and campers.): parts and
supplies (retail)
- P P P P -
Vehicle related services (Includes but not limited to
motorcycles and recreational vehicles. And service
related to boats, trailers and campers.): parts and
supplies (wholesale)
- - - - P -
Vehicle related services (Includes but not limited to
motorcycles and recreational vehicles. And service
related to boats, trailers and campers.): rentals
- C C C P -
Vehicle related services (Includes but not limited to
motorcycles and recreational vehicles. And service
related to boats, trailers and campers.): repair
- - - C P
Vehicle related services (Includes but not limited to
motorcycles and recreational vehicles. And service
related to boats, trailers and campers.): sales (new
and used vehicles)
- C C C C -
Vehicle related services (Includes but not limited to
motorcycles and recreational vehicles. And service
- C C C C -

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related to boats, trailers and campers.): service
stations
Veterinary clinic (completely contained in a building) - C C P P - Watch and clock shops (sales and repair); C P P P - -
Wireless communication facilities subject to Chapter

18.71 C C C C C C
Wholesale, storage and distribution facilities - - - P P - Yardage goods stores - P P P - -
Footnotes:
a. Land uses subject to Chapter 18.27.020 Nonresidential Hours of Operation. b. "Bona fide public eating place" means a place which is regularly and in a bona fide manner used and kept open for the serving of meals to "guests" for compensation and which has suitable kitchen facilities connected therewith, containing conveniences for cooking and an assortment of foods which may be required for ordinary "meals", the kitchen of which must be kept in a sanitary condition with the proper amount of refrigeration for keeping of food on said premises and must comply with all the regulations of the department of health. "Meals" means the usual assortment of foods commonly ordered at various hours of the day; the service of such food and victuals only as sandwiches or salads shall not be deemed a compliance with this requirement. In addition, the following, and offerings similar to them, do not meet the meal requirement:
• Snacks such as pretzels, nuts, popcorn, pickles, and chips. • Food ordinarily served as appetizers or first courses such as cheese sticks, fried calamari, chicken wings, pizza bites (as opposed to a pizza), egg rolls, pot stickers, flautas, cups of soup, and any small portion of a dish that may constitute a main course when it is not served in a full portion or when it is intended for sharing in small portions.
• Side dishes such as bread, rolls, french fries, onion rings, small salads (green, potato, macaroni, fruit), rice, mashed potatoes, and small portions of vegetables.
• Reheated refrigerated or frozen entrees.
• Desserts.
"Guests" shall mean persons people who, during the hours when meals are regularly served therein, come to a bona fide public eating place for the purpose of obtaining, and actually order and obtain at such time, in good faith, a meal

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therein. Nothing in this Section, however, shall be construed to require that any food be sold or purchased with any beverage.
c. Nonresidential Electric Vehicle Charging Stations shall be processed by the City in compliance with AB 970 (McCarty, 2021) subject to the specific binding timelines for the expedited, streamlined, ministerial review and approval of Electric Vehicle Charging Station (EVCS) permit applications per Assembly Bill 1236 (Chiu, 2015).

The review periods for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations are determined based on the size of the proposed project.

Application Completeness.
• 1-25 Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at a single site: 5 business days. • 26 or more stations at a single site: 10 business days.

Application Approval.
• 1-25 Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at a single site: 20 business days. • 26 or more stations at a single site: 40 business days.

Conditions of Approval for Expedited Review.
• All proposed Electric Vehicle Charging Stations and equipment shall conform with the City of Grand Terrace Objective Design Standards (ODS). • Electric Vehicle Charging Station equipment including transformers, generating stations, energy storage units, and any other electric vehicle charging station related equipment must be adequately screened from visible view to the satisfaction of the City by one or combination of the following:
° Permanent masonry enclosure with decorative block wall and metal roof covering. Access gates/doors to be lockable and secure. ° Shrink wrap material acceptable to the City's objective design standards.”
SECTION 9. Section 18.48.040 “Review Procedures” of Chapter 18.48 - “R3-24 OVERLAY DISTRICT” of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows:
“18.48.040 - Review Pprocedures.

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Development applications in the R3-24 overlay district shall be processed as an administrative site and architectural Land Use Permit Application review application pursuant to Subsection 18.63.020.C.”
SECTION 10. Section 18.56.020 “Permitted Uses” of Chapter 18.56 – “AG-2 AGRICULTURAL-2 OVERLAY DISTRICT” of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows:
“18.56.020 – Permitted Land Uuses.

Land Uses permitted in the AG-2 overlay district are as follows:

A. Temporary uses which are determined by the Community Planning and Development Services Director not to have significant long-term impact on the environment. (Uses such as parking lot sales, Christmas tree sales, seasonal sales, rummage sales, and others with review through the Lland Uuse Permit Application review and approval process; or, administrative site and architectural the Temporary Use Permit review and approval process in accordance with Chapter 18.63, Site and Architectural Review.)” SECTION 11. Chapter 18.63 – “SITE AND ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW” of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows:
“Chapter 18.63 SITE AND ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW
Sections:

18.63.010 Purpose.

The purpose of this chapter is to empower the planning commission to sit as the Ccity of Grand Terrace's Planning Commission Ssite and Aarchitectural Rreview Bboard and the community development Ddirector of Planning and Development Services with the responsibility for comprehensive site plan and architectural review in order to achieve the following:

A. To ensure that new development and the alteration or enlargement of existing development occurs in a manner that is consistent with the intent of this title and the City of Grand Terrace Ggeneral Pplan;
B. To ensure that the location and configuration of structures are visually harmonious with their sites and surrounding sites and structures, that they do not interfere with neighbors' privacy, that they do not unnecessarily block scenic views from other structures and/or public areas, and be in scale with the townscape and natural landscape of the area;

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C. To ensure that the architectural design of structures and their materials and colors are visually harmonious with surrounding development, natural landforms, is functional for the proposed project and is consistent with this title; D. To ensure that plans for landscaping and open spaces provide a functional and visually pleasing setting for the structures on the site and is harmonious with the natural landscape of the area and nearby developments;
E. To ensure the preservation of the natural beauty of the city and its setting, to prevent the indiscriminate clearing of property, the destruction of trees and natural vegetation and the excessive and unsightly grading of hillsides, and to preserve the natural landforms;
F. To ensure that the design and location of signs are consistent with the scale and character of the building to which they are attached or otherwise associated with and are consistent with this title;
G. To ensure that structures/buildings damaged by fire, earthquake and other natural disasters are reconstructed in accordance with the Grand Terrace Municipal Code, zoning code and other applicable health and safety, building, and fire codes.

H. To mitigate governmental constraints on the production of single-family housing, and to expedite permit processing of single-family housing, and/or reduce permitting fees for single-family housing.

18.63.020 Application.

A. There are three two levels of applications for site and architectural review:

1. Land Uuse Permit Application (ministerial);

2. Administrative site and architectural review; and

2.3.Site and Aarchitectural Permit Application review (with public hearing).

B. Land Use Permit Application. The purpose of this section is to empower the community development Planning and Development Services Ddirector or representative their designee with responsibilities for ministerial site and architectural review of minor items, yet which may that have no potential to adversely affect the environment. Noticing to adjacent property owners will be at the discretion of the community development director, with the exception of satellite dishes.

1. Land Uuse Permit Aapplication, regardless of need for a building permit, shall be required in the event any of the following actions or construction occur:
a. Any new construction exceeding six (6) feet in height;

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b. Any remodeling or renovation of a structure which results in:
i. A change in use or intensity of use (includes any proposed use of a structure which has been vacant for a period of six (6) months or more), or ii. An increase in building size (including bulk area and floor area), or iii. Increased capacity, or
iv. Additional street access;
c. Plan check or clearance of building plans including, but not limited to: swimming pools, spas, patio covers, enclosedures patios, all types of accessory structures, walls, fences and other structures which do not require administrative or formal site and architectural review. d. Additions to existing residential structures located in a residential district and the exterior design and materials of the addition match the exterior design and materials of the existing structure.

2. The following items may be approved by the Planning Director without going to the Site and Architectural Review Board:
e.a.Sunrooms, provided they strictly meet the planning commission setbacks policies, UBC and other construction code regulations;
f.b.Satellite dish antennae, provided they can be screened from the street in accordance with code and design standards. Notice including location map or site plan shall be mailed to adjacent property owners requesting comments at least two weeks in advance of the Planning Director's decision; g.c. Overhead decks, provided they strictly meet the Planning Commission design guidelines;
h.d. Single family homes that do not require a variance and are compliant with zoning and general plan designations are processed ministerially.

Ground floor additions to existing residential structures located in an R1 district where the addition is less than 500 square feet gross floor area and the exterior design and materials of the addition match the exterior design and materials of the existing structure;
i.e.Fences or walls which do not meet Section 18.73.070; j.f. All construction of elevated decks;
k.g. Construction of playhouses according to Section 18.63.110 of this Chapter;

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l.h.Temporary uses with insignificant adverse, long-term impact on the environment, i.e., parking lot sales, rummage sales, Christmas tree sales, seasonal sales and others in the commercial and industrial areas other than residential areas;
m.i. In the case of damaged or partially damaged structures due to fire, earthquake, explosion or other natural disasters, and the structure will be reconstructed in the exact condition prior to the disaster and in conformance with applicable City codes and the Zoning Code.

C. Administrative Site and Architectural Review Application. The purpose of this application is to allow staff level review of projects of medium scale and impact without the need for a public hearing, related costs and noticing procedures.

The following items may be approved by the Planning Director without going to the Site and Architectural Review Board. However, the plans must be routed to all reviewing agencies and notices shall be mailed to adjacent property owners requesting comments within two weeks.

The Planning Director's decisions shall be final unless appealed to the Planning Commission within ten calendar days.

Appeals shall be filed with the Planning Department and follow similar rules as the appeals to the City Council (Section 18.63.070).
n.1.All accessory structures, except:

1.a.Structures with 65 percent or more of the square footage of the main residence living area. Living area does not include porches, patios, carports, garages, storage areas, or auxiliary rooms;

2.b.Structures 1,200 square feet or more in size;

3.c. Structures with lot coverage higher than 25 percent; o.2.All room additions, except room additions with 65 percent or more of the square footage of the main residence living area. Living area does not include porches, patios, carports, garages, storage areas, or auxiliary rooms; p.3.Large scale temporary uses of insignificant adverse impact on the environment, i.e., parking lot sales which require review by fire, health and other agencies; q.4.In case of damaged structures due to fire, earthquakes or other natural disasters where the structure will be reconstructed with alterations but not sufficient to trigger a public hearing.

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r.5. Developments within the R3-24 and R3-24 Overlay districts. Such developments shall not constitute a "project" for purposes of Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code. s.6. Applications for second units and two-unit developments in accordance with Chapter 18.65.
t.7.Applications for accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units in accordance with Chapter 18.69.
u. Urban Lot Splits in accordance with Chapter 17.30.
v. Minor changes to an approved Site and Architectural Permit or Planned Residential Development.

Any item which could not be satisfactorily reviewed ministerially at staff level may be shall be subject to site and architectural permit review at the discretion of the Community Planning Commission Site and Architecture Review Board Development Director. The Community Development Director's decisions shall be final unless appealed to the Planning Commission within ten calendar days.

Appeals shall be filed with the Planning Department and follow similar rules as the appeals to the City Council (Section 18.63.070).

D. Site and Architectural Review Permit Application. The purpose of this application is to allow major projects to receive full review from the Planning Commission Site and Architectural Review Board through a public hearing process. Site and architectural review by the Planning Commission Site and Architectural Review Board includes, but is not limited to:

1. All items which are not subject to ministerial land use permit or administrative site and architectural review applications;

2. Any conversion of a single ownership property to a condominium ownership or stock cooperative project;

3. Any placement of a modular structure in any district in accordance with this Title;

4. Any other project subject to site and architectural review as listed in this Title or in the Barton Road specific plan;

4.5.Any item which could not be satisfactorily reviewed at the staff level per discretion of the Community Development Director. Additionally, Aany replacement or reconstruction of disaster-damaged structures that are not in the same condition as prior, including changes initiated by the applicant or increased square footage of 65 percent or more of the main residential livable area, lot coverage over 25 percent or add accessory structure over 1,200 square feet;

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5.6.Refer to chart Review Process for Nonconforming Structures Affected By Natural Disasters/Fire.

6. Major changes to an approved Site and Architectural Permit or Planned Residential Development.

Review Process for Nonconforming Structures
Affected by Natural Disasters/Fire

1. Proposed Threshold Triggering Zoning
Conformity.
a. Cost to rebuild equal or greater than
seventy-five percent of current value of
property. (assessed, appraised, or
construction value, whichever is
greater).

Bring whole building up to all codes,
since the structure is basically being
redone.
b. Cost to rebuild less than seventy-five
percent
Does not trigger zoning conformance.

However, continues triggering building
compliance.

2. Site and Architectural Review Procedures for Damaged Structures Chart.

Proposed Process
Description of
Property
Threshold of
Zoning
Conformity
Can It Be
Rebuilt? /
Codes to
Comply
Applications
Required In Case
of No
Alterations*
Applications
Required in Case
of
Alterations**
Two counts
nonconforming
(use and
structure)
(Cost to rebuild is
equal or greater
than 75 percent
of the current
value of property)
Cannot be rebuilt
because it is not
in conformance
with city codes

N/A N/A
i.e., old
residential unit
located on
Barton Road
(commercial
area)
(Cost to rebuild is
less than 75
percent of
current value of
property
Can be
rebuilt/allowed
not to be in
conformance
with zoning code
Only building
permits required
Alterations to
meet all codes,
CUP required
Not supposed to
expand
One count
nonconforming
(structure only)
(Cost to rebuild is
equal to or
greater than 75
percent of the
Can be rebuilt
and requires
conformance
with all codes
Land use and
building permit
required
SA review
portionately

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current value of
property)
i.e., old
residential unit
located in
residential
district
(Cost to rebuild is
equal or less
than 75 percent
of current value
of property)
Can be rebuilt
allowed not to be
in conformance
with zoning code
Building permit
only
Alterations to
meet all codes,
CUP required
Not supposed to
expand
* No alterations: Exception: Alterations to bring structure into compliance with building codes.
** With alterations: Other expansion of structures per applicant's initiative.

18.63.030 Scope.

The responsibility of the Planning Commission Site and Architectural Review Board and/or Planning and Development Services Department Director is to provide comprehensive site plan and architectural review of projects. The scope of the review is to consider the site plan in relation to the property and development standards (i.e. setbacks, lot coverage, building height, parking, etc.), placement of structures, vehicle and pedestrian access, landscaping, police and fire services, grading and drainage, traffic, relationship to existing and planned uses of adjoining and surrounding properties, and relationship to nearby properties and structures and surrounding natural topography. It is also to consider the proposed architecture of buildings in terms of style and design, materials and colors, and size and bulk in relation to the surrounding properties.

Where site and architectural review is required the Planning Commission Site and Architectural Review Board and/or the Community Planning and Development Services Director shall consider the following issues (other relevant issues not listed below may also be considered):

A. The proposed site plan for the property shall be reviewed taking into consideration the following:

1. Placement of all structures and improvements (including adherence to setback requirements);

2. Vehicular ingress and egress;

3. Internal vehicular circulation and parking lot design;

4. Pedestrian and vehicular safety;

5. Landscaping;

6. Pedestrian amenities;

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7. Lighting;

8. Location of all service facilities, including waste recycling bins;

9. Walls and fences;

10.Police and fire protection;

11.Relationship to adjoining properties, structures and the site's and surrounding area's natural topography;

12.Grading and drainage issues;

13.Relationship to existing and/or the planned use of adjoining properties and within the general area;

14.Consistency with this Title and the general plan;

15.Traffic-control measures.

B. The proposed architecture of all structures shall be reviewed taking into consideration the following:

1. Architectural style and building design;

2. Proposed building materials and colors;

3. Height of structures;

4. Design and location of all signs;

5. Size and bulk of the structures in relation to existing and/or planned structures on the subject site, adjoining properties and within the general area;

6. Consistency with this title and the general plan.

18.63.040 Submittal process.

Applications for site and architectural review shall be submitted to the planning department Planning and Development Services Department. The Planning Director Planning and Development Services Director of their designee shall review each application and determine its completeness in accordance with planning department policy. Upon determination that an application is complete, the application shall be scheduled either for review by the Planning Commission Ssite and Aarchitectural Rreview Bboard or by the community Planning and Ddevelopment Services Ddirector as applicable according to Section 18.63.020. Land Uuse applications may be completed by assigned planners at the counter or taken in for review as needed.

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An application for site and architectural review shall contain the following:

A. Completed application form includes;

1. Parcel numbers, legal description, and site address.

2. Name, address, and contact information of applicant and property owner.

3. Wet-signed owner consent letter if applicant is not the property owner.

4. Existing uses, structures, and major physical alterations on the site.

5. Existing site conditions including trees, topography, easements, and utilities.

6. Aerial and street view site photograph showing existing environmental features.

7. Identification of replacement housing units and affordable housing units.

8. Proposed number of dwelling units by type, size, and tenure.

9. Nonresidential square footage, if applicable.

10.Proposed number of bonus units and all requested incentives, waivers, concessions, or parking reductions.

11.Total project data including:
a. Land use designation
b. Zoning district
c. Unit mix (studio, 1-bed, etc.)
d. Lot Coverage
e. Total square footage
f. Square footage by structure
g. Setbacks (front, side, rear)
h. On-site open space and common open space

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i. Landscape coverage (sq. ft. and percentage)

12.Landscape plan prepared by a licensed landscape architect

13.Irrigation plan and complete Model Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance (MWELO) compliance documentation.

14.Proposed plant palette and planting schedule.

15.Materials board with manufacturer specification sheets.

16.Window and door manufacturer specification sheets.

17.Title Report dated within the last 6 months.

18.Location of all recorded public easements including storm drain, sewer, water, and utilities.

19.Identification of environmental constraints including:
a. Very high fire hazard severity zone
b. Wetlands
c. Hazardous materials sites
d. FEMA 100-year flood zone
e. Earthquake fault zone
f. Streambeds subject to Fish & Game Code §1600
g. Special-status species occurrences

20.Subdivision information if required (parcel map, tentative map, condo map).

21.Environmental application and associated fees.

22.Technical studies including, as applicable:
a. Phase I Environmental Site Assessment
b. Geotechnical/Soils report

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c. Hydrology and stormwater quality management plan
d. Traffic and circulation study
e. Noise study
f. Water and sewer demand studies

23.On-site improvement plan (sidewalks, lighting, paving, utilities).

24.Off-site improvement plan (street trees, street lighting, curb, gutter, sidewalk, frontage improvements).

25.Plans submitted to the San Bernardino County Fire Department and obtain Fire Permit Letter.

26.Solar and solar-ready area diagrams.

27.Location of transformers, mechanical equipment, and all above-grade utilities.

28.Fire rating of exterior walls and fenestration areas.

29.EV charging plan.

30.Manufactured home information, when applicable:
a. Engineered foundation plans
b. HUD certification
c. Unit age
d. Roof and exterior material compliance
e. Fire separation diagrams

31.Public art compliance information or fee-in-lieu documentation.

32.Sign Program application (if applicable).

33.Utilities will-serve letters (water, sewer, power, gas, schools).

34.Waste Management Plan for demolition and construction waste.

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35.Demolition asbestos/lead clearance from licensed abatement contractor.

36.Street improvement plans and precise grading permit application.

A. Site plan, twenty-five blueline copies plus one blueline copy colored for presentation purposes. The site plan shall be a fully dimensioned drawing clearly showing:

1. All buildings, property lines and easements;

2. All parking spaces, driveways and drive aisles scaled and dimensioned, including EV and ADA spaces;

3. All landscaped areas;

4. All walls and fences;

5. Location of all signs;

6. Public improvements to the street centerline;

7. Site address and assessor's parcel number;

8. Property owner name and address;

9. Number of lots and their sizes (in square feet);

10.North arrow, graphic and numeric scales.

11.Building massing, height, number of stories, and approximate square footage.

12.Building-to-building separation distances.

13.Identification and dimension of required setbacks.

C. Elevations, twenty-five blueline copies plus one blueline copy colored for presentation purposes. The elevations shall be scaled, dimensioned drawings of each side of each building and/or sign.

D. Landscape plan, twenty-five blueline copies plus one blueline copy colored for presentation purposes. The landscape plan shall show the location of all proposed plant material, common and botanical names, quantities and sizes, paved areas and paving materials and property lines.

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E. Grading plan, twenty-five blueline copies plus one blueline copy colored for presentation purposes. The grading plan shall show existing and proposed topography for the site and within one hundred feet of the property lines. The plan shall also show all trees with a trunk diameter greater than four inches.

F. Material board, one eight-and-one-half-inch by eleven-inch mounting board showing samples of exterior design elements such as roofing material, paint chips, brick, stone or other accent features.

G. Three-hundred-foot-rRadius map compliant with Section 8.03.070, property owner mailing list keyed to the radius map and a signed mailing list affidavit.

H. Application Fee. In case of administrative site and architectural review and land use applications, the number of plans and specific requirements will be determined by the community development director Director of Planning and Development Services or their designee on a case-by-case basis according to the scale and impact of projects. The community development director Director of Planning and Development Services or their designee may require additional information or delete certain requirements from an application depending on the specific situation.

I. Three (3) USB Thumb drives with digital copies of all of the above.

18.63.050 Public hearing.

The Planning Commission Ssite and Aarchitectural Rreview Bboard shall hold a public hearing on any proposed site and architectural review permit application and shall notice said hearing in accordance with Section 65091 of the California Government Code, and with Section 18.03.070 (Public hearing notice) of Chapter 18.03 (General provisions).

18.63.060 Approval process.

After review of an application, the Planning Commission Ssite and Aarchitectural Rreview Bboard shall approve the application only if the following findings can be made:

A. The following findings are made:

1. The proposed project is consistent with the intent of this code and the general plan;

2. The location and configuration of all structures associated with this project are visually harmonious with this site and surrounding sites and structures, that they do not interfere with the neighbors' privacy, that they do not unnecessarily block scenic views from other structures and/or public areas and are in scale with the townscape and natural landscape of the area;

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3. The architectural design of structures, their materials and colors are visually harmonious with surrounding development, natural landforms, are functional for the proposed project and are consistent with this code the City of Grand Terrace Municipal Code;

4. The plan for landscaping and open spaces provides a functional and visually pleasing setting for the structures on this site and is harmonious with the natural landscape of the area and nearby developments;

5. There is no indiscriminate clearing of property, destruction of trees or natural vegetation or the excessive and unsightly grading of hillsides, thus the natural beauty of the city City of Grand Terrace, its setting and natural landforms are preserved;

6. The design and location of all signs associated with this project are consistent with the scale and character of the building to which they are attached or otherwise associated with and are consistent with this code;

7. Conditions of approval for this project necessary to secure the purposes of this code the City of Grand Terrace Municipal Code and City of Grand Terrace Ggeneral Pplan are made a part of this approval.

18.63.070 Appeal process.

The decision of the Planning Commission Ssite and Architectural Review Board shall be final unless appealed to the City Council within ten (10) calendar days. Such an appeal may be made by the applicant, any member of the City Council or any other interested person.

A. An appeal of a site and architectural review board Planning Commission Site and Architectural Review Board decision shall be made in the following manner:

1. Filing with the City Clerk's office a completed application for appeal;

2. Payment of the appropriate appeal fee.

B. After accepting an application for appeal, the City Clerk shall set a date for the City Council to hear the appeal. Notices of the appeal shall be given to the applicant, the Planning Commission Ssite and Architectural Review Board and the appellant. The notice shall also be provided in accordance with Section

18.63.050 (Public hearing) of Chapter 18.63 (Site and architectural review).

C. The site and architectural review board Planning Commission Site and Architectural Review Board shall submit a report to the City Council containing

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the reasons for the board Commission's decision and the minutes of its meeting regarding the appealed decision.

D. The City Council shall hear the appeal and make its own determination regarding the application and its consistency with this Title and the general plan. Upon such determination, the City Council shall uphold, modify or reverse the Planning Commission Ssite and Architectural Review Board's decision. If during the City Council's hearing of the appeal, new information is provided that was not considered by the Planning Commission Ssite and Architectural Review Board, the City Council may refer the application back to the Planning Commission Ssite and Architectural Review Board for reconsideration of the application with the new information.

18.63.080 Building permit process.

After the appropriate appeal period has ended or after a final determination is made by the City Council, the applicant may submit for building permits.

The application shall include three (3) sets of the approved site plan, elevations, landscape plan and grading plan, each set shall be approved and signed by the Community Development Director and shall have attached to it a copy of any conditions of approval required by the Planning Commission Site and Architectural Review Board or the City Council. Two (2) of the required sets of plans shall be submitted to the Department of Building and Safety along with the appropriate construction specification plans for the approved project. The third set shall be kept on file in the Planning Building Department for pickup by the County Assessor’s Office. The Department of Building and Safety shall then prepare the appropriate permits in accordance with all applicable state and local codes.

At the time of building permit application, the applicant shall submit all required plans and documents for Building & Safety plan review including plan review fee.

Plan review and permit fees shall be paid prior to permit issuance. The applicant shall provide the following plan sets and documents:

A. Building & Safety Plan Submittal Requirements

1. (3) Architectural Plans

2. (3) Structural Plans

3. (2) Structural Calculations

4. (2) Roof and Floor Truss Plans

5. (3) Plot/Site Plans

6. (3) Electrical Plans

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7. (3) Electrical Load Calculations

8. (3) Plumbing Plans (water, sewer, gas, and isometrics)

9. (3) Mechanical Plans

10.(3) mechanical Duct Layout Plans

11.(2) Title 24 Energy Calculations

12.Dd (2) Soils and Hydrology Reports
B. Building Code Compliance
All structures shall be designed in accordance with the applicable California Building Standards Code, including the California Building, Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, Residential, and Green Building Standards Codes.

C. Public Right-of-Way Work
Any work in the public right-of-way shall comply with the San Bernardino County Public Works Standards or standards approved by the Public Works Director, City Engineer, or their designee.

D. Final Occupancy Coordination
The Developer/Owner is responsible for coordinating all final inspection and occupancy requirements and shall obtain sign-offs from all City departments and divisions on the Building & Safety Job Card prior to requesting final inspection.

E. Inspection Requests
Building & Safety and Public Works inspections may be requested 24 hours in advance by calling (909) 954-5200 or by visiting the Building & Safety public counter.

F. Construction Site Requirements

1. Construction sites shall be fully secured with fencing and screening at all times.

2. Sanitary toilet facilities shall be provided and maintained in compliance with ANSI ZA.3.

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G. Construction Waste Recycling Requirements
Prior to building permit issuance, the applicant shall enter into a construction waste recycling agreement pursuant to Ordinance No. 243. All waste shall be disposed at approved Burrtec Waste Industries facilities.

Receipts must be maintained onsite for inspection. Disposal at nonapproved facilities may result in forfeiture of the recycling deposit.

H. Temporary Construction Power
Temporary electrical power requires and Electrical Permit. No temporary power shall be issued unless:

1. A construction trailer is installed; or

2. A secure, fenced location for electrical equipment has been established and approved.

I. Construction Trailers
Construction or sales trailers shall be located on private property only and are prohibited within the public right-of-way. The Department of Building and Safety shall then prepare the appropriate permits in accordance with all applicable state and local codes.

18.63.090 Minor alterations and revisions.

An applicant may request minor alterations or revisions to approved plans by the Planning Commission Site and Architectural Review Board after the initial approval of the plans as follows:

A. Minor alterations to the approved plans which result in a change to the exterior facade of a structure, any element of the landscaping plan or the design of the site plan may be approved by the Community Planning and Development Services Director or their designee. Other minor alterations may be approved by the Building Official and Safety Director. All approved minor alterations shall not result in a substantial change from the approved plans.

B. Any proposed revisions which result in a substantial change to the approved plans shall be submitted to the Planning Commission Site and Architectural Review Board for consideration pursuant to the procedures set forth in this Chapter for initial application.

18.63.100 Expiration and Eextensions.

The approval of a site and architectural review application shall expire one two (2) years from the date of its approval unless the following actions occur:

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A. The applicant applies for a building permit and commits substantial investment in accordance with the approved plans prior to the expiration date.

B. A business license is issued in accordance with this Code, as applicable.

C. The applicant has complied with all applicable conditions of approval.

In case the applicant is not able to comply with Subsection A, B or C of this Section, then the applicant shall apply for an extension of the one (1) year compliance period prior to expiration date.

The Planning and Development Services Director may, upon application by the applicant, extend the period of approval for a length of time up to one (1) year. No approval shall be extended to a date beyond two years from the date of the initial approval.

18.63.110 Playhouse Rreview Gguidelines.

A. Definition. "Playhouses" consist of small structures (maximum of one hundred and twenty (120) square feet, with ground-mounted or elevated floor where raised floor does not exceed six feet in height. Playhouses are made by property owners, "handyman" or premanufactured kits, usually with elevated portions at times connected to other play equipment such as jungle gyms, swings, etc. Playhouses are usually built of wood, painted metal and various other materials. Playhouses are sometimes placed over a tree. These structures are built as children play areas.

It should be noted that premanufactured kits are not pre-approved structures and do not necessarily conform to City codes and to these guidelines. Such kits are subject to the guidelines as much as any playhouses built from scratch by a "handyman" or property owner.

Playhouses are considered accessory structures or "subordinate structures" to the main residence and shall be built in compatibility with the main residence and with surrounding sites and structures.

B. Goals. The review of a playhouse is therefore to achieve the same goals as the site and architectural review of a main residence, as listed in Section 18.63.010, Purpose, of this Chapter:

1. To ensure that the location and configuration of structures are visually harmonious with their sites and surrounding sites and structures, that they do not interfere with neighbors' privacy, that they do not unnecessarily block scenic views from other structures and/or public areas, and be in scale with the townscape and natural landscape of the area;

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2. To ensure that the architectural design of structures and their materials and colors are visually harmonious with surrounding development, natural landforms, is functional for the proposed project and is consistent with this title;

3. To ensure the preservation of the natural beauty of the city and its setting, to prevent the indiscriminate clearing of property, the destruction of trees and natural vegetation and the excessive and unsightly grading of hillsides, and to preserve the natural landforms.

C. Specific Review Criteria.

1. Location of playhouse shall minimally meet accessory structure setbacks (ten feet rear and five feet side setbacks from toe or top of slope) and shall not be located on utility easements or public right-of-way. It is recommended that playhouses be located as not to be visible from neighbors' yards, whenever possible.

2. The following criteria apply to all playhouses, but especially to playhouses which are visible from neighbors' yards:
a. Playhouse windows shall not face neighbors' yards but towards the main residence so as not to interfere with neighbors' privacy. b. Ceiling height on elevated playhouses shall not be suitable for adults (maximum of five and one-half feet). An elevated playhouse which functions as an observation tower or elevated deck shall follow a different set of review criteria and may be subject to a public hearing. Playhouses for infants or toddlers who need constant supervision are strongly encouraged to be groundmounted. Note that a playhouse shall not be elevated more than six feet from grade, otherwise, the "under floor" will be considered a "story" and the structure will no longer be considered a playhouse.
c. Colors shall be compatible with the main residence and with neighbors' fences in such a manner as to blend in as much as possible. Brightly colored playhouses visible from neighbors' yards are strongly discouraged. Pastel colors such as off-white, cream and light tan are encouraged. This applies to all construction elements, such as walls, pilasters, roof and trim. d. In case playhouses barely meet the accessory structure setback requirements, a row of London plane trees or other trees are encouraged to be planted surrounding the structure to diminish visual impact of structure on adjacent residences.
e. Construction materials shall not include glass, cardboard or sheet aluminum roofing. No electrical or plumbing elements are allowed. First-quality materials are recommended, since playhouses do not require permits and aesthetics and safety of construction is critical.

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f. Playhouses shall be constructed so as not to obstruct scenic views of the mountains or valley and shall be on scale with adjacent development on- and off-site, i.e.:
i. Hilly areas: In areas of small lots (7,200 square feet or less), a one hundred and twenty (120) square-foot elevated playhouse (twelve (12) feet in height) at five (5) feet from the property line may be perceived as a "huge structure" if seen from a neighbor's yard, especially when in a descendent topography. It is recommended that special attention be given to views when in areas with topographic gradients.
ii. Areas with existing accessory structures: In the case where other surrounding accessory structures are of eight (8) to ten (10) feet in height, a playhouse with height exceeding ten (10) feet is strongly discouraged.

Harmony with scale of surrounding development is to be achieved. iii. Flat areas: In case proposed playhouse is the first accessory structure with overall height above six (6) feet in a specific area (three to four adjacent properties), it is strongly recommended that it be ground-mounted and located so as not to be visible from neighbors' yards (roof can be visible).

Preservation of existing feelings of openness and space is desired whenever possible. Unless this structure blends in "perfectly" with its surroundings, it is likely to create significant controversy. iv. Playhouses on trees:
(A) When playhouses are installed on a live tree without alterations to the appearance of the tree, they are considered self-screened; however, all other criteria will apply.
(B) When playhouses are installed on a dead or significantly altered or chopped tree with or without posts of support, they are subject to the guidelines as any other playhouse.

Note that in case these structures are larger than one hundred and twenty (120) square feet, they are considered illegal structures and shall be demolished. A building permit is not applicable. Chopping or destroying trees to install tree houses is strongly discouraged.

Trees have several natural functions, such as cooling the environment, cleaning the air by producing oxygen, fertilizing and protecting soil from erosion and many more. Trees help to create the very same scenic view which enhances property values. Observations provide evidence that there is a very significant correlation between amount of trees on private and public spaces with high-image cities and neighborhoods. While one tree may be interrupting a scenic view, all the neighborhood trees, including the

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one in question, together help maintain and enhance the quality of life and property values in that community.

D. Playhouse Review Procedures Required.

1. Playhouses exceeding six (6) feet in overall height are subject to playhouse review criteria and require Community Planning and Development Services Director clearance (land use approval Land Use Permit Approval application $33.00 fee).

Playhouses under one hundred and twenty (120) square feet in footprint are exempt from Bbuilding Ppermit.

2. Playhouses which are six (6) feet or below in overall height are exempt from both Building Ppermit and planning Land Use Permit review.

Note that small structures exceeding one hundred and twenty (120) square feet with second story, are not considered playhouses and are subject to permit Building Permit. When subject to a permit Building Permit, such a structure will need to meet habitable standards, including, but not limited to, Title 24 of the Uniform California Building Standards Code, energy conservation, electrical, plumbing, etc. This basically transforms the small structure into a "recreation room" of "accessory living quarters."
E. Playhouse Approval Process. In case your proposed A playhouse that meets all criteria, an qualifies for an over-the-counter approval will be granted. Otherwise, A playhouse that does not meet all criteria is subject to noticing to adjacent neighbors may be required to avoid complaints in the future. At the end of two (2) weeks, if no complaints neighbor concerns are received that cannot be resolved, the application will be approved subject to the community development director's Planning and Development Services Director’s recommendation. To expedite the process, the applicant has the option to bring support letters from the neighbors stating they have reviewed the plans being submitted to the City and are in support of the playhouse. In case neighbors are concerned, a meeting will take place for exchange of information. Usually, it resolves all questions, and the project can proceed. Ultimately, in case if the applicant is not accepting of the Community Planning and Development Services Director's approval recommendations, then he/she they can appeal to the Planning Commission per Section 18.63.070.

18.63.120 Mechanical Eequipment Sscreening.

In the case of new residential, commercial or industrial units all rooftop mechanical equipment shall be located at a distance from the edge of the building or shielded by means of a lattice or similar materials or parapet, so as not to be visible from the pedestrian level, adjacent roads or adjacent properties. In case of fire-damaged structures, staff will evaluate projects on a one-by-one-case basis before applying requirement.”

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SECTION 12. Section 18.65.020 “Ministerial Review; Standard for Denial; Courtesy Notice” of Chapter 18.65 – “SECOND UNITS AND TWO-UNIT DEVELOPMENTS” of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows:
“18.65.020 - Ministerial Rreview; Sstandard for Ddenial; Ccourtesy Nnotice.

A. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Code, an application for a second unit or a two-unit development shall be considered ministerially, without discretionary review or a hearing, and shall be approved if it meets all of the requirements of this Chapter.

B. An application for a second unit or a two (2) unit development shall be reviewed by the Planning and Development Services Director or their designee through the ministerial administrative site and architectural Land Use Permit Application review process, as described in Chapter 18.63, and the decision may be appealed in accordance with Subsection 18.63.020(C).

C. Notwithstanding Subsection A, the City may deny an application for a second unit or two-unit development if the Building Official, or designee, makes a written finding, based upon a preponderance of the evidence, that the proposed second unit or two-unit development would have a specific, adverse impact, as defined in Subsection (d)(2) of Government Code Section 65589.5, upon public health and safety or the physical environment and for which there is no feasible method to satisfactorily mitigate or avoid the specific, adverse impact.

D. At least seven days prior to making a determination on an application for a second unit or two-unit development, the Planning Director shall mail a courtesy notice to the owner(s) of each property immediately adjacent to the property where the proposed development will be located informing the owner(s) of the submitted application.”
SECTION 13. Section 18.69.030 “Review Process; Certificate of Occupancy” of Chapter

18.69 – “ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS” of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows:
“18.69.030 - Review Pprocess; Ccertificate of Ooccupancy.

A. Applications for accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units pursuant to this Chapter shall be processed ministerially, without discretionary review or a hearing, through the administrative site and architectural Land Use Permit Application review process, as described in Chapter 18.63, within sixty (60) days from the date the City receives a complete Land Use Permit Aapplication if there is an existing single-family or multifamily dwelling on the lot.

If the application to create an accessory dwelling unit or a junior accessory dwelling unit is submitted with a permit application to create a new single-family dwelling on the lot, the City may delay acting on the application for the accessory dwelling unit or the junior accessory dwelling unit until the City acts on the permit application to create the new single-family dwelling, but the application to create the accessory

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dwelling unit or junior accessory dwelling unit shall be considered without discretionary review or hearing. If the applicant requests a delay, the 60-day time period shall be tolled for the period of the delay.

B. A certificate of occupancy for an accessory dwelling unit shall not be issued before the City issues a certificate of occupancy for the primary dwelling.” SECTION 14. Section 18.71.070 “Zoning” of Chapter 18.71 – “WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION FACILITIES” of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows:
“18.71.070 - Zoning.

F. Incentive Processing. An administrative site and architectural Land Use Permit Application review may be applicable as an incentive to those telecommunication facilities which are concealed completely and integrated into existing structures, and have no aesthetic impacts per the Community Planning and Development Services Director or their designee. All standards herein apply.” SECTION 15. Section 18.73.070 “Fence and Wall Height” of Chapter 18.73 – “GENERAL REGULATIONS AND EXCEPTIONS” of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows:
“18.73.070 - Fence and wall height.

D. The permitted height of a fence or wall may be increased or reduced if:

1. The Director of Building and Safety Official determines such an increase or reduction is necessary to maintain proper vehicular and pedestrian safety.

2. The Community Planning and Development Services Director through the Administrative Site and Architectural Review Board Land Use Permit Application review may approve a greater or lesser height.”
SECTION 16. Section 18.73.2110 “Temporary Uses Allowed” of Chapter 18.73 – “GENERAL REGULATIONS AND EXCEPTIONS” of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows:
“18.73.211 - Temporary uses allowed.

Temporary uses with insignificant adverse, long-term impact on the environment, i.e., parking lot sales, rummage sales, Christmas tree sales, seasonal sales and others through the Land Use Permit Application review and approval or administrative site and architectural approval process in accordance with Chapter 18.63, Site and Architectural Review, in the commercial and industrial uses other than residential.”

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SECTION 17. The City Council enacts this Ordinance approving ZCA 25-03 under the authority granted to cities by Article XI, Section 7 of the California Constitution and Government Code Sections 65852.28, 65913.4.5, and 66499.41.

SECTION 18. If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of the Ordinance, or its application to any person or circumstance, is for any reason held to be invalid and unenforceable, such invalidity or unenforceability shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases of this Ordinance, or its application to any other person or circumstance. The City Council declares that it would have adopted each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase hereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more other sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses, or phrases hereof be declared invalid or unenforceable.

SECTION 19. This Ordinance approving ZCA 25-03 shall take effect and be in force thirty (30) days from and after its adoption.

SECTION 20. First read at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 10th day of February 2026 and adopted the Ordinance after the second reading at a regular meeting held on the 24th day of February 2026.

SECTION 21. The Mayor shall sign, and the City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause the same to be published and posted pursuant to the provisions of law in that regard and this Ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after its final passage.

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PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of Grand Terrace at a regular meeting held on the 24th day of February 2026. _______________________
Bill Hussey
Mayor
ATTEST:
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Daysi Alcocer
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Adrian R. Guerra
City Attorney

Senate Bill No. 684
CHAPTER 783
An act to add Sections 65852.28, 65913.4.5, and 66499.41 to the Government Code, relating to land use.
[Approved by Governor October 11, 2023. Filed with Secretary of State October 11, 2023.]
legislative counsel’s digest
SB 684, Caballero. Land use: streamlined approval processes:
development projects of 10 or fewer residential units on urban lots under 5 acres.

Existing law, the Subdivision Map Act, vests the authority to regulate and control the design and improvement of subdivisions in the legislative body of a local agency and sets forth procedures governing the local agency’s processing, approval, conditional approval or disapproval, and filing of tentative, final, and parcel maps, and the modification thereof. The act generally requires a subdivider to file a tentative map or vesting tentative map with the local agency, as specified, and the local agency, in turn, to approve, conditionally approve, or disapprove the map within a specified time period.

The Planning and Zoning Law contains various provisions requiring a local government that receives an application for certain types of qualified housing developments to review the application under a streamlined, ministerial approval process depending on the type of housing development, as specified. Existing law, known as the Starter Home Revitalization Act of 2021, requires a city or county to approve an application for a small home lot housing development project, as defined, on a proposed site to be subdivided unless the city or county makes a finding related to the development’s compliance with certain requirements or the development’s specific, adverse public health or safety impact.

This bill would require a local agency to ministerially consider, without discretionary review or a hearing, a parcel map or a tentative and final map for a housing development project that meets specified requirements. In this regard, the bill would require the proposed subdivision to result in 10 or fewer parcels and the housing development project to, among other things, consist of 10 or fewer residential units, meet certain minimum parcel size and density requirements, and be located on a lot zoned for multifamily residential development that is no larger than 5 acres and is substantially surrounded by qualified urban uses. The bill would exempt the housing development project from certain requirements relating to minimum parcel size and dimensions and the formation of a homeowners’ association, except as specified.

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This bill also would require a local agency to ministerially consider, without discretionary review or a hearing, an application for a housing development project on a lot that is subdivided pursuant to the provisions of the bill described above. The bill would authorize a local agency to impose on the housing development objective zoning standards, objective subdivision standards, or objective design standards that are related to a housing development or to the design or improvement of a parcel, as specified. However, the bill would prohibit a local agency from imposing on the housing development certain standards, including those that physically preclude the development of a project built to specified densities, impose a requirement that applies to a project solely or partially on the basis that the subdivision or housing development receives approval pursuant to the bill’s provision, or impose certain requirements related to parking, setbacks, or floor area ratios, as specified.

This bill would impose streamlining requirements with regard to consideration of an application for a parcel map or a tentative and final map pursuant to the first set of provisions described above or an application for a housing development project pursuant to the 2nd set of provisions described above. Specifically, the bill would require a local agency to approve or deny a completed application submitted to a local agency pursuant to these provisions within 60 days from the date the local agency receives it. Under the bill, if the local agency does not approve or deny the application within 60 days, the application would be deemed approved. If the local agency denies the application, the bill would require the local agency, within 60 days of receipt of the application, to return in writing a full set of comments to the applicant with a list of items that are defective or deficient and a description of how the applicant can remedy the application.

This bill would also require, except as specified, a local agency to issue a building permit for one or more residential units that are part of a housing development project consisting of 10 or fewer units on a lot proposed to be subdivided as part of a subdivision if the applicant meets certain requirements. In this regard, the bill would require the applicant to have received a tentative map approval or parcel map approval for the subdivision, to have submitted a building permit application that the local agency deemed complete pursuant to a provision governing local agency review of postentitlement phase permit applications. The bill would authorize a local agency to condition the issuance of the building permit on the applicant submitting a recorded covenant and agreement that conditions the issuance of the building permit on the recording of the final map, as specified.

The Planning and Zoning Law provides for the creation of accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units by local ordinance, or, if a local agency has not adopted an ordinance, by ministerial approval, in accordance with specified standards and conditions.

Under this bill, a local agency would not be required to permit an accessory dwelling unit or a junior accessory dwelling unit on a parcel created through the exercise of the authority provided by the bill, as described above.
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The Subdivision Map Act requires a local agency to ministerially approve a parcel map for an urban lot split that meets certain requirements, as specified. The Planning and Zoning Law requires a proposed housing development containing no more than 2 residential units within a single-family residential zone to be considered ministerially, without discretionary review or hearing, if the proposed housing development meets certain requirements, as specified.

Under this bill, the above-described existing law provisions would not apply to a site that is located within a single-family residential horsekeeping zone designated in a specified master plan if the applicable local government has an adopted housing element that is compliant with applicable law. Under the bill, a local agency would not be required to permit an urban lot split on a parcel created through the exercise of the authority provided by the bill, as described above.

This bill would make the exemption for a site located within a single-family residential horsekeeping zone designated in a specified master plan operative on January 1, 2024, and would make all of the other above-described provisions operative on July 1, 2024.

This bill would make related findings and declarations.

The bill would include findings that changes proposed by this bill address a matter of statewide concern rather than a municipal affair and, therefore, apply to all cities, including charter cities.

Because this bill would impose new duties on local governments related to the review and approval of parcel maps, tentative and final maps, and housing development projects, the bill would impose a state-mandated local program.

The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) requires a lead agency, as defined, to prepare, or cause to be prepared, and certify the completion of an environmental impact report on a project that it proposes to carry out or approve that may have a significant effect on the environment or to adopt a negative declaration if it finds that the project will not have that effect.

CEQA also requires a lead agency to prepare a mitigated negative declaration for a project that may have a significant effect on the environment if revisions in the project would avoid or mitigate that effect and there is no substantial evidence that the project, as revised, would have a significant effect on the environment. CEQA does not apply to the approval of ministerial projects.

By establishing a streamlined, ministerial approval process for certain housing developments, this bill would expand the exemption for the ministerial approval of projects under CEQA. Under the bill, an ordinance adopted by a local agency to implement certain provisions of the bill would not be considered a project under CEQA.

The California Constitution requires the state to reimburse local agencies and school districts for certain costs mandated by the state. Statutory provisions establish procedures for making that reimbursement.

This bill would provide that no reimbursement is required by this act for a specified reason.
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The people of the State of California do enact as follows:

SECTION 1. The Legislature finds and declares all of the following:
(a)  California has a statewide housing crisis, represented by a shortage of nearly 3,500,000 homes.
(b)  California’s housing crisis stifles economic growth, contributes to the homelessness epidemic, consumes an ever-growing share of the paychecks of working families, and holds millions of households back from realizing the California dream of home ownership.
(c)  Restrictive zoning, land use, and burdensome permitting policies at the local and state level are a major cause of the shortfall between California’s housing needs and the available supply of housing. (d)  Home ownership is still the primary way in which most Americans build wealth and assets. California has the third-highest median home price in the country and the high cost of housing has pushed what was once a modest goal further and further out of reach for most people of color. (e)  Home ownership rates in California are among the lowest nationwide, and in recent years those numbers have continued downward. Between 2020 and 2022, California home ownership declined by 3.19 percent. (f)  While the home ownership gap is an issue throughout the country, the rate of African American and Latinx home ownership is significantly worse in California. At a national level, African Americans and Latinx have a home ownership rate of 42 percent and 47 percent, respectively, while here in California, that rate drops down to 35 percent and 42 percent, respectively.
(g)  The Legislative Analyst’s Office has identified a lack of housing supply as one of the culprits for the severe home ownership gap. The office’s 2016 housing affordability report found that “the state’s housing shortage also makes many Californians, not only low-income residents, more likely to commute longer distances, live in overcrowded housing, and delay or forgo home ownership.”
(h)  According to the Urban Institute, multifamily construction built for sale accounted for only 5.4 percent of all multifamily starts and only 2.7 percent of all single-family and multifamily home construction for the first three quarters of 2021.
(i)  Houses cost more in California due to increased costs, heavy regulatory hurdles, and mandatory features and fees that add tens of thousands of dollars to the cost of each unit.
(j)  Access to sustainable home ownership can be expanded with fiscal assistance, housing counseling, sound lending, flexible underwriting that ensures the ability to pay, and backing by Federal Housing Administration (FHA) mortgage insurance.
(k)  As production has slowed and changed, for-sale inventory has tightened, particularly for entry-level homes.
(l)  Higher home prices have translated to less diversity in who is able to purchase a home.
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(m)  Home ownership is a powerful tool to close the racial and ethnic wealth gap across the State of California and nationwide. (n)  The production of new market-rate housing frees up existing, more affordable elsewhere in the region for sale or rent to middle and lower-income households.

SEC. 2. Section 65852.28 is added to the Government Code, to read:
65852.28. (a)  A development proponent may submit an application for a housing development project on a lot that is subdivided pursuant to Section 66499.41 and that meets the requirements of this section. (b)  (1)  For any housing development on a lot that is subdivided pursuant to Section 66499.41, a local agency may impose objective zoning standards, objective subdivision standards, or objective design standards that are related to the housing development or to the design or improvement of a parcel, and do not conflict with this section or Section 66499.41. (2)  Notwithstanding paragraph (1), a local agency shall not impose on a housing development on a lot that is subdivided pursuant to Section 66499.41 an objective zoning standard, objective subdivision standard, or objective design standard that does or is any of the following:
(A)  Physically precludes the development of a project built to densities as specified in subparagraph (B) of paragraph (3) of subdivision (c) of Section 65583.2. This paragraph does not preclude a local agency from adopting an ordinance that allows developments at a density greater than the maximum density specified in subparagraph (B) of paragraph (3) of subdivision (c) of Section 65583.2.
(B)  Imposes any requirement that applies to a project solely or partially on the basis that the subdivision or housing development receives approval pursuant to this section.
(C)  Requires a setback between the units, except as required in the California Building Code (Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations). (D)  Requires that parking be enclosed or covered.
(E)  Imposes side and rear setbacks from the original lot line inconsistent with subparagraph (B) of paragraph (2) of subdivision (b) of Section 65852.21.
(F)  Imposes parking requirements inconsistent with paragraph (1) of subdivision (c) of Section 65852.21.
(G)  (i)  For a housing development project consisting of three to seven units, inclusive, impose a floor area ratio standard that is less than 1.0. (ii)  For a housing development project consisting of 8 to 10 units, inclusive, impose a floor area ratio standard that is less than 1.25. (c)  (1)  A local agency shall ministerially consider, without discretionary review or a hearing, an application submitted to a local agency pursuant to this section.
(2)  A local agency shall approve or deny an application for a housing development project submitted to a local agency pursuant to this section within 60 days from the date the local agency receives a completed application. If the local agency does not approve or deny a completed application within 60 days, the application shall be deemed approved. If the 92 — 5 — Ch. 783

local agency denies the application, the local agency shall, within 60 days from the date the local agency receives the completed application, return in writing a full set of comments to the applicant with a list of items that are defective or deficient and a description of how the applicant can remedy the application.
(d)  A local agency may disapprove a housing development project that meets the requirements of this section if it makes a written finding, based upon a preponderance of the evidence, that the proposed housing development project would have a specific, adverse impact, as defined and determined in paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of Section 65589.5, upon public health and safety and for which there is no feasible method to satisfactorily mitigate or avoid the specific, adverse impact. (e)  A local agency may adopt an ordinance to implement the provisions of this section. An ordinance adopted to implement this section shall not be considered a project under Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code.
(f)  This section shall become operative on July 1, 2024.

SEC. 3. Section 65913.4.5 is added to the Government Code, to read:
65913.4.5. (a)  (1)  A local agency shall issue a building permit for one or more residential units that are part of a housing development project consisting of 10 or fewer units on a lot proposed to be subdivided as part of a subdivision pursuant to paragraph (3) if the applicant for the permit has met both of the following requirements:
(A)  The applicant has received a tentative map approval or parcel map approval for the subdivision.
(B)  The applicant has submitted a building permit application that the local agency deemed complete pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 65913.3.
(2)  The local agency may condition the issuance of a building permit on the applicant submitting proof to the satisfaction of the local agency of a recorded covenant and agreement enforceable by the local agency that states that the applicant and the applicant’s successors and assignees agree that the building permit is issued on the condition that a certificate of occupancy or equivalent final approval for the building will not be issued unless the final map has been recorded.
(3)  (A)  The local agency shall issue the building permit based upon the tentative or parcel map and its conditions of approval. Any dedication, improvement, and sewer requirements identified in the approved tentative or parcel map or its conditions of approval shall be guaranteed to the satisfaction of the local agency at the time the building permit is issued. (B)  The local agency may require security to ensure faithful performance of the requirements identified in the approved tentative or parcel map or its conditions of approval. The amount of security shall be determined by the local agency and shall not be more than 300 percent of the total estimated cost of the improvements or of the acts to be performed. The security shall be provided in either of the following forms, as determined by the local agency:
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(i)  Bond or bonds by one or more duly authorized corporate sureties. (ii)  An instrument of credit from an agency of the state, federal, or local government when any agency of the state, federal, or local government provides at least 20 percent of the financing for the portion of the act or agreement requiring security, or from one or more financial institutions subject to regulation by the state or federal government and pledging that the funds necessary to carry out the act or agreement are on deposit and guaranteed for payment, or a letter of credit issued by such a financial institution.
(4)  Notwithstanding paragraph (1), a local agency may deny issuance of a building permit if the building official makes a written finding, based upon a preponderance of the evidence, that construction of the proposed structure or structures before recordation of the final map would have a specific, adverse impact, as defined and determined in paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of Section 65589.5, upon public health and safety and for which there is no feasible method to satisfactorily mitigate or avoid the specific, adverse impact.
(b)  A local agency may adopt an ordinance to implement the provisions of this section. An ordinance adopted to implement this section shall not be considered a project under Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code.
(c)  This section shall become operative on July 1, 2024.

SEC. 4. Section 66499.41 is added to the Government Code, to read:
66499.41. (a)  A local agency shall ministerially consider, without discretionary review or a hearing, a parcel map or a tentative and final map for a housing development project that meets all of the following requirements:
(1)  The proposed subdivision will result in 10 or fewer parcels and the housing development project on the lot proposed to be subdivided will contain 10 or fewer residential units.
(2)  The lot proposed to be subdivided meets all of the following sets of requirements:
(A)  The lot is zoned for multifamily residential development. (B)  The lot is no larger than five acres and is substantially surrounded by qualified urban uses. For purposes of this subparagraph, the following definitions apply:
(i)  “Qualified urban use” has the same meaning as defined in Section 21072 of the Public Resources Code.
(ii)  “Substantially surrounded” has the same meaning as defined in paragraph (2) of subdivision (a) of Section 21159.25 of the Public Resources Code.
(C)  The lot is a legal parcel located within either of the following:
(i)  An incorporated city, the boundaries of which include some portion of an urbanized area.
(ii)  An urbanized area or urban cluster in a county with a population greater than 600,000 based on the most recent United States Census Bureau data.
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(iii)  For purposes of this subparagraph, the following definitions apply:
(I)  “Urbanized area” means an urbanized area designated by the United States Census Bureau, as published in the Federal Register, Volume 77, Number 59, on March 27, 2012.
(II)  “Urban cluster” means an urbanized area designated by the United States Census Bureau, as published in the Federal Register, Volume 77, Number 59, on March 27, 2012.
(D)  The lot was not established pursuant to this section or Section 66411.7.
(3)  (A)  Except as specified in subparagraph (B), the newly created parcels are no smaller than 600 square feet.
(B)  A local agency may, by ordinance, adopt a smaller minimum parcel size subject to ministerial approval under this subdivision. (4)  The housing units on the lot proposed to be subdivided are one of the following:
(A)  Constructed on fee simple ownership lots.
(B)  Part of a common interest development.
(C)  Part of a housing cooperative, as defined in Section 817 of the Civil Code.
(D)  Owned by a community land trust. For the purpose of this subparagraph, “community land trust” means a nonprofit corporation organized pursuant to Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code that satisfies all of the following:
(i)  Has as its primary purposes the creation and maintenance of permanently affordable single-family or multifamily residences. (ii)  All dwellings and units located on the land owned by the nonprofit corporation are sold to qualified owners to be occupied as the qualified owner’s primary residence or rented to persons and families of low or moderate income. For the purpose of this subparagraph, “qualified owner” means a person or family of low or moderate income, including a person or family of low or moderate income who owns a dwelling or unit collectively as a member occupant or resident shareholder of a limited-equity housing cooperative.
(iii)  The land owned by the nonprofit corporation, on which a dwelling or unit sold to a qualified owner is situated, is leased by the nonprofit corporation to the qualified owner for the convenient occupation and use of that dwelling or unit for a renewable term of 99 years. (5)  The proposed development will, pursuant to the requirements of this division, meet one of the following, as applicable:
(A)  If the parcel is identified in the jurisdiction’s housing element for the current planning period that is in substantial compliance with Article

10.6 (commencing with Section 65580) of Chapter 3 of Division 1, the development will result in at least as many units as projected for that parcel in the housing element. If the parcel is identified to accommodate any portion of the jurisdiction’s share of the regional housing need for low- or very low income households, the development will result in at least as many low- or 92 Ch. 783 — 8 —

very low income units as projected in the housing element. These units shall be subject to a recorded affordability restriction of at least 45 years. (B)  If the parcel is not identified in the jurisdiction’s housing element for the current planning period that is in substantial compliance with Article

10.6 (commencing with Section 65580) of Chapter 3 of Division 1, the development will result in at least as many units as the maximum allowable residential density.
(6)  The average total area of floorspace for the proposed housing units on the lot proposed to be subdivided does not exceed 1,750 net habitable square feet.
(7)  The housing development project on the lot proposed to be subdivided complies with any local inclusionary housing ordinances adopted by the local agency.
(8)  The development of a housing development project on the lot proposed to be subdivided does not require the demolition or alteration of any of the following types of housing:
(A)  Housing that is subject to a recorded covenant, ordinance, or law that restricts rent to levels affordable to persons and families of low, very low, or extremely low income.
(B)  Housing that is subject to any form of rent or price control through a local public entity’s valid exercise of its police power. (C)  Housing occupied by tenants within the five years preceding the date of the application, including housing that has been demolished or that tenants have vacated prior to the submission of the application for a development permit.
(D)  A parcel on which an owner of residential real property has exercised the owner’s rights under Chapter 12.75 (commencing with Section 7060) of Division 7 of Title 1 to withdraw accommodations from rent or lease within 15 years before the date that the development proponent submits an application.
(9)  The lot proposed to be subdivided is not located on a site that is any of the following:
(A)  Either prime farmland or farmland of statewide importance, as defined pursuant to United States Department of Agriculture land inventory and monitoring criteria, as modified for California, and designated on the maps prepared by the Farmland Mapping and Monitoring Program of the Department of Conservation, or land zoned or designated for agricultural protection or preservation by a local ballot measure that was approved by the voters of that jurisdiction.
(B)  Wetlands, as defined in the United States Fish and Wildlife Service Manual, Part 660 FW 2 (June 21, 1993).
(C)  Within a very high fire hazard severity zone, as determined by the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection pursuant to Section 51178, or within a high or very high fire hazard severity zone as indicated on maps adopted by the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection pursuant to Section 4202 of the Public Resources Code.
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(D)  A hazardous waste site that is listed pursuant to Section 65962.5 or a hazardous waste site designated by the Department of Toxic Substances Control pursuant to Section 25356 of the Health and Safety Code, unless either of the following apply:
(i)  The site is an underground storage tank site that received a uniform closure letter issued pursuant to subdivision (g) of Section 25296.10 of the Health and Safety Code based on closure criteria established by the State Water Resources Control Board for residential use or residential mixed uses.

This section does not alter or change the conditions to remove a site from the list of hazardous waste sites listed pursuant to Section 65962.5. (ii)  The State Department of Public Health, State Water Resources Control Board, Department of Toxic Substances Control, or a local agency making a determination pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 25296.10 of the Health and Safety Code, has otherwise determined that the site is suitable for residential use or residential mixed uses.
(E)  Within a delineated earthquake fault zone as determined by the State Geologist in any official maps published by the State Geologist, unless the development complies with applicable seismic protection building code standards adopted by the California Building Standards Commission under the California Building Standards Law (Part 2.5 (commencing with Section 18901) of Division 13 of the Health and Safety Code), and by any local building department under Chapter 12.2 (commencing with Section 8875) of Division 1 of Title 2.
(F)  Within a special flood hazard area subject to inundation by the 1-percent annual chance flood (100-year flood) as determined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency in any official maps published by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. If a development proponent is able to satisfy all applicable federal qualifying criteria in order to provide that the site satisfies this paragraph and is otherwise eligible for streamlined approval under this section, a local government shall not deny the application on the basis that the development proponent did not comply with any additional permit requirement, standard, or action adopted by that local government that is applicable to that site. A development may be located on a site described in this subparagraph if either of the following are met:
(i)  The site has been subject to a Letter of Map Revision prepared by the Federal Emergency Management Agency and issued to the local jurisdiction. (ii)  The site meets Federal Emergency Management Agency requirements necessary to meet minimum flood plain management criteria of the National Flood Insurance Program pursuant to Part 59 (commencing with Section

59.1) and Part 60 (commencing with Section 60.1) of Subchapter B of Chapter I of Title 44 of the Code of Federal Regulations. (G)  Within a regulatory floodway as determined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency in any official maps published by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, unless the development has received a no-rise certification in accordance with Section 60.3(d)(3) of Title 44 of the Code of Federal Regulations. If a development proponent is able to satisfy all applicable federal qualifying criteria in order to provide 92 Ch. 783 — 10 —

that the site satisfies this subparagraph and is otherwise eligible for streamlined approval under this section, a local government shall not deny the application on the basis that the development proponent did not comply with any additional permit requirement, standard, or action adopted by that local government that is applicable to that site.
(H)  Land identified for conservation in an adopted natural community conservation plan pursuant to the Natural Community Conservation Planning Act (Chapter 10 (commencing with Section 2800) of Division 3 of the Fish and Game Code), habitat conservation plan pursuant to the federal Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. Sec. 1531 et seq.), or another adopted natural resource protection plan.
(I)  Habitat for protected species identified as candidate, sensitive, or species of special status by state or federal agencies, fully protected species, or species protected by the federal Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. Sec. 1531 et seq.), the California Endangered Species Act (Chapter

1.5 (commencing with Section 2050) of Division 3 of the Fish and Game Code), or the Native Plant Protection Act (Chapter 10 (commencing with Section 1900) of Division 2 of the Fish and Game Code). (J)  Land under conservation easement.
(10)  The proposed subdivision conforms to all applicable objective requirements of the Subdivision Map Act (Division 2 (commencing with Section 66410)), except as otherwise expressly provided in this section. (11)  The proposed subdivision complies with all applicable standards established pursuant to Section 65852.28.
(12)  Any parcels proposed to be created pursuant to this section will be served by a public water system and a municipal sewer system. (b)  A housing development project on a proposed site to be subdivided pursuant to this section is not required to comply with any of the following requirements:
(1)  A minimum requirement on the size, width, depth, or dimensions of an individual parcel created by the development beyond the minimum parcel size specified in, or established pursuant to, paragraph (3) of subdivision (a).
(2)  (A)  The formation of a homeowners’ association, except as required by the Davis-Stirling Common Interest Development Act (Part 5 (commencing with Section 4000) of Division 4 of the Civil Code). (B)  Subparagraph (A) shall not be construed to prohibit a local agency from requiring a mechanism for the maintenance of common space within the subdivision, including, but not limited to, a road maintenance agreement. (c)  A local agency shall approve or deny an application for a parcel map or a tentative map for a housing development project submitted to a local agency pursuant to this section within 60 days from the date the local agency receives a completed application. If the local agency does not approve or deny a completed application within 60 days, the application shall be deemed approved. If the local agency denies the application, the local agency shall, within 60 days from the date the local agency receives the completed application, return in writing a full set of comments to the applicant with a 92 — 11 — Ch. 783

list of items that are defective or deficient and a description of how the applicant can remedy the application.
(d)  Any housing development project constructed on the lot proposed to be subdivided pursuant to this section shall comply with all applicable objective zoning standards, objective subdivision standards, and objective design standards as established by the local agency that are not inconsistent with this section and paragraph (2) of subdivision (a) of Section 65852.28. (e)  A local agency may condition the approval and recordation of a subdivision map upon the completion of a residential structure in compliance with all applicable provisions of the California Building Standards Code that contains at least one dwelling unit on each resulting parcel that does not already contain an existing legally permitted residential structure or is reserved for internal circulation, open space, or common area. (f)  A local agency may deny the issuance of a parcel map, a tentative map, or a final map if it makes a written finding, based upon a preponderance of the evidence, that the proposed housing development project would have a specific, adverse impact, as defined and determined in paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of Section 65589.5, upon public health and safety and for which there is no feasible method to satisfactorily mitigate or avoid the specific, adverse impact.
(g)  Notwithstanding Section 65852.2 or 65852.22, a local agency is not required to permit an accessory dwelling unit or a junior accessory dwelling unit on parcels created through the exercise of the authority contained within this section.
(h)  (1)  Notwithstanding Section 66411.7, a local agency is not required to permit an urban lot split on a parcel created through the exercise of the authority contained within this section.
(2)  Notwithstanding Sections 65852.21 and 66411.7, those sections shall not apply to a site that meet both of the following requirements:
(A)  The site is located within a single-family residential horsekeeping zone designated in a master plan, adopted before January 1, 1994, that regulates land zoned single-family horsekeeping, commercial, commercial-recreational, and existing industrial within the plan area. (B)  The applicable local government has an adopted housing element that is compliant with applicable law.
(i)  A local agency may adopt an ordinance to implement the provisions of this section. An ordinance adopted to implement this section shall not be considered a project under Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code.
(j)  Paragraph (2) of subdivision (h) shall become operative on January 1, 2024. Subdivisions (a) to (g), inclusive, paragraph (1) of subdivision (h), and subdivision (i) shall become operative on July 1, 2024.

SEC. 5. The Legislature finds and declares that the state faces a severe housing shortage, largely due to the lack of available housing affordable to lower and moderate-income families. By expanding opportunities for ownership of more affordable housing types on smaller, less expensive parcels, this act ensures access to affordable housing and addresses a matter 92 Ch. 783 — 12 —

of statewide concern, rather than a municipal affair as that term is used in Section 5 of Article XI of the California Constitution. Therefore, Section 2 of this act amending Section 65585 of the Government Code and Sections 3, 4, and 5 of this act adding Sections 65852.28, 65913.4.5, and 66499.41 to the Government Code apply to all cities, including charter cities.

SEC. 6. No reimbursement is required by this act pursuant to Section 6 of Article XIII B of the California Constitution because a local agency or school district has the authority to levy service charges, fees, or assessments sufficient to pay for the program or level of service mandated by this act, within the meaning of Section 17556 of the Government Code.

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Senate Bill No. 1123
CHAPTER 294
An act to amend Sections 65852.28 and 66499.41 of the Government Code, relating to land use.
[Approved by Governor September 19, 2024. Filed with
Secretary of State September 19, 2024.]
legislative counsel’s digest
SB 1123, Caballero. Planning and zoning: subdivisions: ministerial review.

Existing law, known as the Starter Home Revitalization Act of 2021, among other things, requires a local agency to ministerially consider, without discretionary review or a hearing, a parcel map or a tentative and final map for a housing development project that meets certain requirements, including that the housing development project on the lot proposed to be subdivided will contain 10 or fewer residential units, is zoned for multifamily residential development, is no larger than 5 acres, as specified, and the newly created parcels are no smaller than 600 square feet, except as provided. Existing law prohibits a local agency from imposing on the housing development an objective zoning standard, objective subdivision standard, or objective design standard that, among other things, physically precludes the development of a project built to specified densities.

This bill would prohibit, if a local agency chooses to permit accessory dwelling units or junior accessory dwelling units, those units from counting as residential units for purposes of the above-described requirement that a housing development project on the lot proposed to be subdivided will contain 10 or fewer residential units. The bill would revise the requirement that the lot be zoned for multifamily residential development and would instead require that the lot either be zoned for multifamily residential dwelling use or vacant, as defined, and zoned for single-family residential development. The bill would require that a vacant lot zoned for single-family residential development is no larger than 1 1⁄2 acres, as specified, and that if the parcels are zoned for single-family residential use, the newly created parcels are no smaller than 1,200 square feet. The bill would, notwithstanding the prohibition related to physical preclusion of a development described above, authorize a local agency to impose a specified height limit on a lot that is vacant and zoned for single-family residential development.

The bill would include in the above-described certain requirements that the proposed subdivision will not result in any existing dwelling unit being alienable separate from the title to any other existing dwelling unit on the lot.

Existing law also includes among these certain requirements that the housing units on the lot proposed to be subdivided meet one of specified

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conditions, including being constructed on fee simple ownership lots or owned by a community land trust, as defined.

This bill would expand the above-described specified conditions to include being part of a tenancy in common, as specified. The bill would revise the above-described conditions to instead include being constructed on land owned by a community trust. By expanding the duties for a local agency to ministerially consider a housing development project, this bill would impose a state-mandated local program.

Existing law, if a parcel is not identified in the jurisdiction’s housing element for the current planning period that is in substantial compliance, as specified, requires a proposed development to result in at least as many units as the maximum allowable residential density.

This bill would instead require the proposed development to result in at least 66% of the maximum allowable residential density as specified by local zoning or 66% of the applicable residential density, as specified, whichever is greater.

Existing law provides that a housing development project on a proposed site to be subdivided under these provisions is not required to comply with certain requirements, including a minimum requirement on the size, width, depth, or dimensions of an individual parcel created by the development beyond the minimum parcel size of 600 square feet, except as provided.

This bill would provide that an above-described housing development is also not required to comply with a minimum requirement on the frontage of an individual parcel created by the development.

This bill would require that its provisions become operative on July 1, 2025.

This bill would make related findings and declarations.

The bill would include findings that changes proposed by this bill address a matter of statewide concern rather than a municipal affair and, therefore, apply to all cities, including charter cities.

The California Constitution requires the state to reimburse local agencies and school districts for certain costs mandated by the state. Statutory provisions establish procedures for making that reimbursement.

This bill would provide that, if the Commission on State Mandates determines that the bill contains costs mandated by the state, reimbursement for those costs shall be made pursuant to the statutory provisions noted above.

The people of the State of California do enact as follows:

SECTION 1. The Legislature finds and declares all of the following:
(a)  California has a statewide housing crisis, represented by a shortage of nearly 3,500,000 homes.
(b)  California’s housing crisis stifles economic growth, contributes to the homelessness epidemic, consumes an ever-growing share of the 90 Ch. 294 — 2 —

paychecks of working families, and holds millions of households back from realizing the California dream of home ownership.
(c)  Restrictive zoning, land use, and burdensome permitting policies at the local and state level are a major cause of the shortfall between California’s housing needs and the available supply of housing. (d)  Home ownership is still the primary way in which most Americans build wealth and assets. California has the third highest median home price in the country and the high cost of housing has pushed what was once a modest goal further and further out of reach for most people of color. (e)  Home ownership rates in California are among the lowest nationwide, and in recent years those numbers have continued downward. Between 2020 and 2022, inclusive, California home ownership declined by 3.19 percent. (f)  While the home ownership gap is an issue throughout the country, the rate of African American and Latinx home ownership is significantly worse in California. At a national level, African Americans and Latinx have a home ownership rate of 42 percent and 47 percent, respectively, while here in California, that rate drops down to 35 percent and 42 percent, respectively.
(g)  The Legislative Analyst’s Office has identified a lack of housing supply as one of the culprits for the severe home ownership gap. The office’s 2016 housing affordability report found that “the state’s housing shortage also makes many Californians, not only low-income residents, more likely to commute longer distances, live in overcrowded housing, and delay or forgo home ownership.”
(h)  According to the Urban Institute, multifamily construction built for sale accounted for only 5.4 percent of all multifamily starts and only 2.7 percent of all single-family and multifamily home construction for the first three quarters of 2021.
(i)  Houses cost more in California due to increased costs, heavy regulatory hurdles, and mandatory features and fees that add tens of thousands of dollars to the cost of each unit.
(j)  Access to sustainable home ownership can be expanded with fiscal assistance, housing counseling, sound lending, flexible underwriting that ensures the ability to pay, and backing by Federal Housing Administration (FHA) mortgage insurance.
(k)  As production has slowed and changed, for-sale inventory has tightened, particularly for entry-level homes.
(l)  Higher home prices have translated to less diversity in who is able to purchase a home.
(m)  Home ownership is a powerful tool to close the racial and ethnic wealth gap across the State of California and nationwide. (n)  The production of new market-rate housing frees up existing, more affordable housing elsewhere in the region for sale or rent to lower and middle-income households.

SEC. 2. Section 65852.28 of the Government Code is amended to read:
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65852.28. (a)  A development proponent may submit an application for a housing development project on a lot that is subdivided pursuant to Section 66499.41 and that meets the requirements of this section. (b)  (1)  For any housing development on a lot that is subdivided pursuant to Section 66499.41, a local agency may impose objective zoning standards, objective subdivision standards, or objective design standards that are related to the housing development or to the design or improvement of a parcel, and do not conflict with this section or Section 66499.41. (2)  Notwithstanding paragraph (1), a local agency shall not impose on a housing development on a lot that is subdivided pursuant to Section 66499.41 an objective zoning standard, objective subdivision standard, or objective design standard that does or is any of the following:
(A)  (i)  Physically precludes the development of a project built to densities as specified in subparagraph (B) of paragraph (3) of subdivision (c) of Section 65583.2. This paragraph does not preclude a local agency from adopting an ordinance that allows developments at a density greater than the maximum density specified in subparagraph (B) of paragraph (3) of subdivision (c) of Section 65583.2.
(ii)  Notwithstanding clause (i), for a development located on a lot that meets the definition of clause (ii) of subparagraph (A) of paragraph (2) of subdivision (a) of Section 66499.41, a local agency may impose a height limit of no less than the height allowed pursuant to the existing zoning designation applicable to the lot.
(B)  Imposes any requirement that applies to a project solely or partially on the basis that the subdivision or housing development receives approval pursuant to this section.
(C)  Requires a setback between the units, except as required in the California Building Code (Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations). (D)  Requires that parking be enclosed or covered.
(E)  Imposes side and rear setbacks from the original lot line inconsistent with subparagraph (B) of paragraph (2) of subdivision (b) of Section 65852.21.
(F)  Imposes parking requirements inconsistent with paragraph (1) of subdivision (c) of Section 65852.21.
(G)  (i)  For a housing development project consisting of three to seven units, inclusive, impose a floor area ratio standard that is less than 1.0. (ii)  For a housing development project consisting of 8 to 10 units, inclusive, impose a floor area ratio standard that is less than 1.25. (c)  (1)  A local agency shall ministerially consider, without discretionary review or a hearing, an application submitted to a local agency pursuant to this section.
(2)  A local agency shall approve or deny an application for a housing development project submitted to a local agency pursuant to this section within 60 days from the date the local agency receives a completed application. If the local agency does not approve or deny a completed application within 60 days, the application shall be deemed approved. If the local agency denies the application, the local agency shall, within 60 days 90 Ch. 294 — 4 —

from the date the local agency receives the completed application, return in writing a full set of comments to the applicant with a list of items that are defective or deficient and a description of how the applicant can remedy the application.
(d)  A local agency may disapprove a housing development project that meets the requirements of this section if it makes a written finding, based upon a preponderance of the evidence, that the proposed housing development project would have a specific, adverse impact, as defined and determined in paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of Section 65589.5, upon public health and safety and for which there is no feasible method to satisfactorily mitigate or avoid the specific, adverse impact. (e)  A local agency may adopt an ordinance to implement the provisions of this section. An ordinance adopted to implement this section shall not be considered a project under Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code.
(f)  This section shall become operative on July 1, 2024. (g)  The amendments made to this section by the act adding this subdivision shall become operative on July 1, 2025.

SEC. 3. Section 66499.41 of the Government Code is amended to read:
66499.41. (a)  A local agency shall ministerially consider, without discretionary review or a hearing, a parcel map or a tentative and final map for a housing development project that meets all of the following requirements:
(1)  The proposed subdivision will result in 10 or fewer parcels and the housing development project on the lot proposed to be subdivided will contain 10 or fewer residential units, except as provided in subdivision (g). (2)  The lot proposed to be subdivided meets all of the following sets of requirements:
(A)  The lot is one of the following:
(i)  Zoned to allow multifamily residential dwelling use. (ii)  Vacant and zoned for single-family residential development. For purposes of this paragraph, “vacant” means having no permanent structure, unless the permanent structure is abandoned and uninhabitable. All of the following types of housing shall not be defined as “vacant”:
(I)  Housing that is subject to a recorded covenant, ordinance, or law that restricts rent or sales price to levels affordable to persons and families of low, very low, or extremely low income.
(II)  Housing that is subject to any form of rent or sales price control through a local public entity’s valid exercise of its police power. (III)  Housing occupied by tenants within the five years preceding the date of the application, including housing that has been demolished or that tenants have vacated prior to the submission of the application for a development permit.
(B)  (i)  A lot zoned to allow multifamily residential dwelling use is no larger than five acres and is substantially surrounded by qualified urban uses.
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(ii)  A vacant lot zoned for single-family residential development is no larger than one and one-half acres and is substantially surrounded by qualified urban uses.
(iii)  For purposes of this subparagraph, the following definitions apply:
(I)  “Qualified urban use” has the same meaning as defined in Section 21072 of the Public Resources Code.
(II)  “Substantially surrounded” has the same meaning as defined in paragraph (2) of subdivision (a) of Section 21159.25 of the Public Resources Code.
(C)  The lot is a legal parcel located within one of the following:
(i)  An incorporated city, the boundaries of which include some portion of an urbanized area.
(ii)  An urbanized area or urban cluster in a county with a population greater than 600,000 based on the most recent United States Census Bureau data.
(iii)  For purposes of this subparagraph, the following definitions apply:
(I)  “Urbanized area” means an urbanized area designated by the United States Census Bureau, as published in the Federal Register, Volume 77, Number 59, on March 27, 2012.
(II)  “Urban cluster” means an urbanized area designated by the United States Census Bureau, as published in the Federal Register, Volume 77, Number 59, on March 27, 2012.
(D)  The lot was not established pursuant to this section or Section 66411.7.
(3)  (A)  Except as specified in subparagraphs (B) and (C), the newly created parcels are no smaller than 600 square feet.
(B)  If the parcels are zoned for single-family residential use, the newly created parcels are no smaller than 1,200 square feet.
(C)  A local agency may, by ordinance, adopt a smaller minimum parcel size subject to ministerial approval under this subdivision. (4)  The housing units on the lot proposed to be subdivided are one of the following:
(A)  Constructed on fee simple ownership lots.
(B)  Part of a common interest development.
(C)  Part of a housing cooperative, as defined in Section 817 of the Civil Code.
(D)  Constructed on land owned by a community land trust. For the purpose of this subparagraph, “community land trust” means a nonprofit corporation organized pursuant to Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code that satisfies all of the following:
(i)  Has as its primary purposes the creation and maintenance of permanently affordable single-family or multifamily residences. (ii)  All dwellings and units located on the land owned by the nonprofit corporation are sold to qualified owners to be occupied as the qualified owner’s primary residence or rented to persons and families of low or moderate income. For the purpose of this subparagraph, “qualified owner” means a person or family of low or moderate income, including a person 90 Ch. 294 — 6 —

or family of low or moderate income who owns a dwelling or unit collectively as a member occupant or resident shareholder of a limited-equity housing cooperative.
(iii)  The land owned by the nonprofit corporation, on which a dwelling or unit sold to a qualified owner is situated, is leased by the nonprofit corporation to the qualified owner for the convenient occupation and use of that dwelling or unit for a renewable term of 99 years. (E)  Part of a tenancy in common, as described in Section 685 of the Civil Code.
(5)  The proposed development will, pursuant to the requirements of this division, meet one of the following, as applicable:
(A)  If the parcel is identified in the jurisdiction’s housing element for the current planning period that is in substantial compliance with Article

10.6 (commencing with Section 65580) of Chapter 3 of Division 1, the development will result in at least as many units as projected for that parcel in the housing element. If the parcel is identified to accommodate any portion of the jurisdiction’s share of the regional housing need for low- or very low income households, the development will result in at least as many low- or very low income units as projected in the housing element. These units shall be subject to a recorded affordability restriction of at least 45 years. (B)  (i)  If the parcel is not identified in the jurisdiction’s housing element for the current planning period that is in substantial compliance with Article

10.6 (commencing with Section 65580) of Chapter 3 of Division 1, the development will result in at least 66 percent of the maximum allowable residential density as specified by local zoning or 66 percent of the applicable residential density specified in subparagraph (B) of paragraph (3) of subdivision (c) of Section 65583.2, whichever is greater. (ii)  Where local zoning does not specify a maximum allowable residential density, the development will result in at least 66 percent of the applicable residential density as specified in subparagraph (B) of paragraph (3) of subdivision (c) of Section 65583.2.
(6)  The average total area of floorspace for the proposed housing units on the lot proposed to be subdivided does not exceed 1,750 net habitable square feet. For purposes of this paragraph, “net habitable square feet” means the finished and heated floor area fully enclosed by the inside surface of walls, windows, doors, and partitions, and having a headroom of at least six and one-half feet, including working, living, eating, cooking, sleeping, stair, hall, service, and storage areas, but excluding garages, carports, parking spaces, cellars, half-stories, and unfinished attics and basements. (7)  The housing development project on the lot proposed to be subdivided complies with any local inclusionary housing ordinances adopted by the local agency.
(8)  The development of a housing development project on the lot proposed to be subdivided does not require the demolition or alteration of any of the following types of housing:
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(A)  Housing that is subject to a recorded covenant, ordinance, or law that restricts rent to levels affordable to persons and families of low, very low, or extremely low income.
(B)  Housing that is subject to any form of rent or price control through a local public entity’s valid exercise of its police power. (C)  Housing occupied by tenants within the five years preceding the date of the application, including housing that has been demolished or that tenants have vacated prior to the submission of the application for a development permit.
(D)  A parcel on which an owner of residential real property has exercised the owner’s rights under Chapter 12.75 (commencing with Section 7060) of Division 7 of Title 1 to withdraw accommodations from rent or lease within 15 years before the date that the development proponent submits an application.
(9)  The lot proposed to be subdivided is not located on a site that is any of the following:
(A)  Either prime farmland or farmland of statewide importance, as defined pursuant to United States Department of Agriculture land inventory and monitoring criteria, as modified for California, and designated on the maps prepared by the Farmland Mapping and Monitoring Program of the Department of Conservation, or land zoned or designated for agricultural protection or preservation by a local ballot measure that was approved by the voters of that jurisdiction.
(B)  Wetlands, as defined in the United States Fish and Wildlife Service Manual, Part 660 FW 2 (June 21, 1993).
(C)  Within a very high fire hazard severity zone, as determined by the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection pursuant to Section 51178, or within a high or very high fire hazard severity zone as indicated on maps adopted by the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection pursuant to Section 4202 of the Public Resources Code.
(D)  A hazardous waste site that is listed pursuant to Section 65962.5 or a hazardous waste site designated by the Department of Toxic Substances Control pursuant to former Section 25356 of the Health and Safety Code, unless either of the following applies:
(i)  The site is an underground storage tank site that received a uniform closure letter issued pursuant to subdivision (g) of Section 25296.10 of the Health and Safety Code based on closure criteria established by the State Water Resources Control Board for residential use or residential mixed uses.

This section does not alter or change the conditions to remove a site from the list of hazardous waste sites listed pursuant to Section 65962.5. (ii)  The State Department of Public Health, State Water Resources Control Board, Department of Toxic Substances Control, or a local agency making a determination pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 25296.10 of the Health and Safety Code, has otherwise determined that the site is suitable for residential use or residential mixed uses.
(E)  Within a delineated earthquake fault zone as determined by the State Geologist in any official maps published by the State Geologist, unless the 90 Ch. 294 — 8 —

development complies with applicable seismic protection building code standards adopted by the California Building Standards Commission under the California Building Standards Law (Part 2.5 (commencing with Section 18901) of Division 13 of the Health and Safety Code), and by any local building department under Chapter 12.2 (commencing with Section 8875) of Division 1 of Title 2.
(F)  Within a special flood hazard area subject to inundation by the 1-percent annual chance flood (100-year flood) as determined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency in any official maps published by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. If a development proponent is able to satisfy all applicable federal qualifying criteria in order to provide that the site satisfies this paragraph and is otherwise eligible for streamlined approval under this section, a local government shall not deny the application on the basis that the development proponent did not comply with any additional permit requirement, standard, or action adopted by that local government that is applicable to that site. A development may be located on a site described in this subparagraph if either of the following is met:
(i)  The site has been subject to a Letter of Map Revision prepared by the Federal Emergency Management Agency and issued to the local jurisdiction. (ii)  The site meets Federal Emergency Management Agency requirements necessary to meet minimum flood plain management criteria of the National Flood Insurance Program pursuant to Part 59 (commencing with Section

59.1) and Part 60 (commencing with Section 60.1) of Subchapter B of Chapter I of Title 44 of the Code of Federal Regulations. (G)  Within a regulatory floodway as determined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency in any official maps published by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, unless the development has received a no-rise certification in accordance with Section 60.3(d)(3) of Title 44 of the Code of Federal Regulations. If a development proponent is able to satisfy all applicable federal qualifying criteria in order to provide that the site satisfies this subparagraph and is otherwise eligible for streamlined approval under this section, a local government shall not deny the application on the basis that the development proponent did not comply with any additional permit requirement, standard, or action adopted by that local government that is applicable to that site.
(H)  Land identified for conservation in an adopted natural community conservation plan pursuant to the Natural Community Conservation Planning Act (Chapter 10 (commencing with Section 2800) of Division 3 of the Fish and Game Code), habitat conservation plan pursuant to the federal Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. Sec. 1531 et seq.), or another adopted natural resource protection plan.
(I)  Habitat for protected species identified as candidate, sensitive, or species of special status by state or federal agencies, fully protected species, or species protected by the federal Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. Sec. 1531 et seq.), the California Endangered Species Act (Chapter

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Code), or the Native Plant Protection Act (Chapter 10 (commencing with Section 1900) of Division 2 of the Fish and Game Code). (J)  Land under conservation easement.
(10)  The proposed subdivision conforms to all applicable objective requirements of the Subdivision Map Act (Division 2 (commencing with Section 66410)), except as otherwise expressly provided in this section. (11)  The proposed subdivision complies with all applicable standards established pursuant to Section 65852.28.
(12)  Any parcels proposed to be created pursuant to this section will be served by a public water system and a municipal sewer system. (13)  The proposed subdivision will not result in any existing dwelling unit being alienable separate from the title to any other existing dwelling unit on the lot.
(b)  A housing development project on a proposed site to be subdivided pursuant to this section is not required to comply with either of the following requirements:
(1)  A minimum requirement on the size, width, depth, frontage, or dimensions of an individual parcel created by the development beyond the minimum parcel size specified in, or established pursuant to, paragraph (3) of subdivision (a).
(2)  (A)  The formation of a homeowners’ association, except as required by the Davis-Stirling Common Interest Development Act (Part 5 (commencing with Section 4000) of Division 4 of the Civil Code). (B)  Subparagraph (A) shall not be construed to prohibit a local agency from requiring a mechanism for the maintenance of common space within the subdivision, including, but not limited to, a road maintenance agreement. (c)  A local agency shall approve or deny an application for a parcel map or a tentative map for a housing development project submitted to a local agency pursuant to this section within 60 days from the date the local agency receives a completed application. If the local agency does not approve or deny a completed application within 60 days, the application shall be deemed approved. If the local agency denies the application, the local agency shall, within 60 days from the date the local agency receives the completed application, return in writing a full set of comments to the applicant with a list of items that are defective or deficient and a description of how the applicant can remedy the application.
(d)  Any housing development project constructed on the lot proposed to be subdivided pursuant to this section shall comply with all applicable objective zoning standards, objective subdivision standards, and objective design standards as established by the local agency that are not inconsistent with this section and paragraph (2) of subdivision (a) of Section 65852.28. (e)  A local agency may condition the approval and recordation of a subdivision map upon the completion of a residential structure in compliance with all applicable provisions of the California Building Standards Code that contains at least one dwelling unit on each resulting parcel that does not already contain an existing legally permitted residential structure or is reserved for internal circulation, open space, or common area. 90 Ch. 294 — 10 —

(f)  A local agency may deny the issuance of a parcel map, a tentative map, or a final map if it makes a written finding, based upon a preponderance of the evidence, that the proposed housing development project would have a specific, adverse impact, as defined and determined in paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of Section 65589.5, upon public health and safety and for which there is no feasible method to satisfactorily mitigate or avoid the specific, adverse impact.
(g)  Notwithstanding Article 2 (commencing with Section 66314) or Article 3 (commencing with Section 66333) of Chapter 13 of Division 1, a local agency is not required to permit an accessory dwelling unit or a junior accessory dwelling unit on parcels created through the exercise of the authority contained within this section. If a local agency chooses to permit accessory dwelling units or junior accessory dwelling units, the units shall not count as residential units for the purposes of paragraph (1) of subdivision (a).
(h)  (1)  Notwithstanding Section 66411.7, a local agency is not required to permit an urban lot split on a parcel created through the exercise of the authority contained within this section.
(2)  Notwithstanding Sections 65852.21 and 66411.7, those sections shall not apply to a site that meet both of the following requirements:
(A)  The site is located within a single-family residential horsekeeping zone designated in a master plan, adopted before January 1, 1994, that regulates land zoned single-family horsekeeping, commercial, commercial-recreational, and existing industrial within the plan area. (B)  The applicable local government has an adopted housing element that is compliant with applicable law.
(i)  A local agency may adopt an ordinance to implement the provisions of this section. An ordinance adopted to implement this section shall not be considered a project under Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code.
(j)  Paragraph (2) of subdivision (h) shall become operative on January 1, 2024. Subdivisions (a) to (g), inclusive, paragraph (1) of subdivision (h), and subdivision (i) shall become operative on July 1, 2024. (k)  The amendments made to this section by the act adding this subdivision shall become operative on July 1, 2025.

SEC. 4. The Legislature finds and declares that the state faces a severe housing shortage, largely due to the lack of available housing affordable to lower and moderate-income families. By expanding opportunities for ownership of more affordable housing types on smaller, less expensive parcels, this act ensures access to affordable housing and addresses a matter of statewide concern, rather than a municipal affair as that term is used in Section 5 of Article XI of the California Constitution. Therefore, Sections 2 and 3 of this act amending Sections 65852.28 and 66499.41 of the Government Code apply to all cities, including charter cities.

SEC. 5. If the Commission on State Mandates determines that this act contains costs mandated by the state, reimbursement to local agencies and 90 — 11 — Ch. 294

school districts for those costs shall be made pursuant to Part 7 (commencing with Section 17500) of Division 4 of Title 2 of the Government Code.

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AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 24, 2026
TITLE: Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-04 – Logistics Use Standards (AB 98 / SB 415)
PRESENTED BY: Gabriel Arguelles, Assistant Planner
RECOMMENDATION: SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY

COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING ZONING CODE AMENDMENT (ZCA) 25-04, AMENDING
TITLE 18 (ZONING) TO IMPLEMENT ASSEMBLY BILL 98 (2024), AS CLARIFIED BY SENATE BILL 415 (2024), INCLUDING ADDING
DEFINITIONS, ESTABLISHING A “LOGISTICS USE” CATEGORY, AND ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 18.75 (LOGISTICAL USE STANDARDS); AND

FINDING THAT THE ORDINANCE IS NOT A PROJECT UNDER THE

CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 65852.28(e), 65913.4.5(b), AND 66499.41(i).
2030 VISION STATEMENT:

This staff report supports City Council Goal #5, “Engage in Proactive Communication” by updating the City’s Municipal Code to provide current information regarding City policies.

BACKGROUND:

City staff is recommending approval of Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-04 to bring the City’s zoning regulations into compliance with Assembly Bill 98 (2024), known as the Planning, Logistics, and Neighborhood Standards Act, as clarified by Senate Bill 415 (2024). Together, these State laws establish new statewide development standards for logistics uses, including requirements related to site design, building orientation, landscaping, truck circulation, loading bay placement, screening, sustainability measures, and minimum separation from sensitive receptors.

To implement these State mandates, staff has prepared amendments to Title 18 of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code that establish clear and objective development standards applicable to logistics facilities. The proposed amendments ensure consistency with State law, improve internal consistency within the Zoning Code, and provide clearer expectations for applicants, staff, decision-makers, and the public when reviewing logistics-related development projects.

The Ordinance approving Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-04 is included as Attachment 1.

Supporting reference materials are provided as exhibits to Attachment 1, including Assembly Bill No. 98 (EXHIBIT A), Assembly Bill No. 415 (EXHIBIT B), AB 98 Implementation Guidance for Local Agencies (EXHIBIT C), and the SB 415 Compliance Update (EXHIBIT D).

In 2024, the California State Legislature adopted Assembly Bill 98 (AB 98), known as the Planning, Logistics, and Neighborhood Standards Act. AB 98 was enacted in response to increasing statewide

and local concerns regarding the impacts of warehouse and logistics development, particularly when these facilities are located near homes, schools, parks, and other sensitive land uses. The legislation establishes uniform statewide standards governing the design and operation of logistics facilities, including requirements for building placement, buffering, landscaping, truck circulation, loading areas, and overall site layout.

Later in 2024, the Legislature adopted Senate Bill 415 (SB 415), which refined and clarified several provisions of AB 98. SB 415 provides additional guidance on how the standards are to be applied and helps ensure consistent implementation across jurisdictions as cities update their zoning regulations to reflect the new statutory framework.

State law anticipates that local jurisdictions will incorporate these requirements into their zoning codes through locally adopted standards. Accordingly, the City must update its Municipal Code to align with AB 98 and SB 415. Taking action at this time ensures the City’s zoning regulations remain current with State law and clearly articulate the standards that apply to logistics uses.

Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-04 implements these State-mandated requirements by amending Title 18 of the Municipal Code to establish a new chapter dedicated to logistical use standards and by making related updates to definitions and nonresidential use regulations. Collectively, these changes provide a clear and structured framework for reviewing logistics facilities while maintaining protections for nearby residents and other sensitive receptors.

DISCUSSION:

The proposed ordinance updates the City’s zoning regulations to comply with Assembly Bill 98 (2024) and Senate Bill 415 (2024). These laws establish statewide, objective development standards for logistics facilities, particularly those located near sensitive receptors such as homes, schools, childcare centers, parks, and medical facilities.

To meet these requirements, the ordinance creates a new chapter dedicated entirely to logistics facilities and updates existing sections of the Municipal Code. Consolidating the standards into one chapter ensures that applicants, staff, and the public can easily understand the rules that apply to logistics projects and how those projects must be designed to protect surrounding neighborhoods.

The ordinance also updates key definitions needed to implement AB 98 and SB 415. A new definition for “Logistics Use” is added, covering facilities where goods are stored or moved using heavy-duty trucks, while clearly excluding retail-serving buildings, rail-served facilities, and strategic intermodal facilities. In addition, the ordinance includes a State-aligned definition of “Sensitive Receptor,” identifying the specific types of nearby uses that trigger enhanced buffering and protection requirements.

As part of these updates, the nonresidential use table has been reorganized so that logistics uses are identified as their own distinct category, separate from storage, wholesale, and other industrial uses.

This clarification ensures consistency across the Code and makes it clear which projects are subject to the new logistics standards.

Together, these amendments bring the Municipal Code into alignment with State law, establish consistent terminology, and ensure that logistics projects in the City are designed, reviewed, and regulated using clear and objective standards that protect nearby residents and other sensitive uses.

Section 18.27.010 (Nonresidential Use Regulations)

This section updates the City’s nonresidential use table to clearly separate “Logistics Use” from other industrial categories. Under the current table, logistics, storage, and wholesale uses are grouped together, which makes it difficult to identify which projects are subject to the new State-required standards.

The revised table reorganizes these categories so that Logistics Use, Storage Use, and Wholesale Use each appear as distinct land uses. This clarification does not change where these uses are permitted, it simply separates them so applicants and staff can easily determine which standards apply.

A new footnote is also added to make clear that all logistics uses must comply with AB 98, including the new logistical development standards related to building orientation, truck circulation, loading bay placement, screening, landscaping, and vehicle routing.

These updates improve clarity and consistency in the Municipal Code while ensuring that logistics uses are regulated in accordance with State law.

New Chapter 18.75 - Logistical Use Standards
This chapter sets objective standards for logistics facilities in line with AB 98. These rules apply to all logistics, warehouse, and distribution uses in the city, with stronger requirements for sites within 900 feet of a sensitive receptor. The section includes clear building setbacks and buffer standards, including the State-required 500-foot setback and additional buffer widths based on the size of the facility and the zoning district. Buffers must include features such as walls or berms, drought-tolerant landscaping, and double-row evergreen trees to help reduce noise, visual impacts, and emissions on nearby homes, schools, parks, childcare centers, and other sensitive uses. The ordinance also sets minimum separation distances for truck loading bays, generally between 300 and 500 feet.

The section includes objective standards for truck access and circulation, such as dedicated truck entry points, required on-site stacking space, limits on where heavy-duty trucks can operate, and a prohibition on truck queuing in the public right-of-way. New building-orientation requirements ensure loading areas face away from sensitive receptors and allow buildings to act as physical buffers for nearby properties. The ordinance also incorporates State-aligned idling limits, upgraded landscaping and screening, and requirements to add shade over paved truck areas over time.

For large logistics facilities of 250,000 square feet or more, the chapter includes AB 98’s Tier 1 21st Century Warehouse standards, such as installing electric-vehicle charging for at least 10 percent of employee parking spaces. Additional operational standards apply, including limits on heavy-truck delivery hours near sensitive receptors, lighting controls, compliance with City noise and odor rules, and restrictions on overnight truck parking.

All projects subject to this section must go through discretionary Site and Architectural Review.

During that review, the approving body must find that the project’s design, buffers, circulation plan, and operations meet the objective standards and adequately protect surrounding neighborhoods.

Together, these requirements ensure that logistics facilities in the City are designed and operated in a way that is compatible with nearby properties and consistent with AB 98.

Discussion – Planning Commission Input and Revisions
On December 18, 2025, the Planning Commission/ Site and Architectural Review Board held a duly

noticed public hearing for Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-04. After reviewing the staff report, considering public testimony, and evaluating the evidence presented, the Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of the ordinance to the City Council without changes.

Public Hearing Notification
Notice of the City Council public hearing for Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-03 was provided in accordance with Sections 65090 and 65091 of the California Government Code and Section

18.03.070 (Public Hearing Notice) of Chapter 18.03 (General Provisions) of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code.

The public hearing notice was published in a newspaper of general circulation, the San Bernardino County Sun, on January 22, 2026. In addition, the notice was posted by the City Clerk in compliance with applicable State law and the City’s adopted noticing requirements.

Conclusion
The Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA 25-04) updates Title 18 of the Municipal Code to align the City’s regulations with the requirements of AB 98 and SB 415, ensuring that logistics facilities are designed, reviewed, and operated using consistent and objective standards. These changes strengthen neighborhood protections, bring clarity to applicants and staff, and eliminate ambiguity by consolidating all State-mandated logistics standards into a coordinated local framework.

By adopting ZCA 25-04, the City will modernize its zoning regulations, maintain compliance with State law, and establish a predictable and transparent process for evaluating future logistics-related development. Because the amendment only updates local procedures and does not authorize or approve any specific project, it does not constitute a “project” under CEQA and requires no additional environmental review.

All required findings to support adoption of Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-04 are included in the ordinance provided as Attachment 1.

Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the Ordinance approving Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-04 and amend Title 18 of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code accordingly.

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT:

ZCA The City of Grand Terrace has reviewed the (ZCA) 25-04 project with respect to the applicability of the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq) (“CEQA”).

Government Code Section 65852.28(e) – “A local agency may adopt an ordinance to implement the provisions of this section. An ordinance adopted to implement this section shall not be considered a project under Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code.” Government Code Section 65913.4.5(b) – “A local agency may adopt an ordinance to implement the provisions of this section. An ordinance adopted to implement this section shall not be considered a project under Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code.” Government Code 66499.41(i) – “A local agency may adopt an ordinance to implement the provisions of this section. An ordinance adopted to implement this section shall not be considered a project under Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code.”

The City Council has determined that the text amendment in this Ordinance is not a project under CEQA pursuant to Government Code Sections 65852.28(e), 659.13.4.5(b), and 66499.41(i) and is therefore not subject to further environmental review under CEQA.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Adoption of Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-04 is not expected to result in any direct fiscal impact to the City. The ordinance updates the Municipal Code to comply with State law and does not approve or authorize any specific development project.

Any future logistics projects would be subject to the City’s existing application fees, plan check fees, and discretionary review processes in effect at the time of application. Implementation of the ordinance will be handled through existing staff resources and standard development review procedures.

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ORDINANCE NO. 374

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND

TERRACE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ZONING CODE AMENDMENT
(ZCA) 25-04, AMENDING TITLE 18 (ZONING) TO IMPLEMENT
ASSEMBLY BILL 98 (2024), AS CLARIFIED BY SENATE BILL 415 (2024), INCLUDING ADDING DEFINITIONS, ESTABLISHING A
“LOGISTICS USE” CATEGORY, AND ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 18.75 (LOGISTICAL USE STANDARDS); AND FINDING THAT THE

ORDINANCE IS NOT A PROJECT UNDER THE CALIFORNIA

ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) PURSUANT TO
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 65852.28(E), 65913.4.5(B), AND 66499.41(I).

WHEREAS, the City of Grand Terrace has adopted a Zoning Code, set forth in Title 18 of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code (“GTMC”), which has been amended from time to time to respond to changes in state law and community needs; and WHEREAS, on September 29, 2024, the Governor of California signed Assembly Bill 98 (“AB 98”), also known as the Planning, Logistics, and Neighborhood Standards Act, establishing statewide minimum standards applicable to logistics facilities, including requirements related to site design, building placement, buffering from sensitive receptors, lighting, truck routing, energy efficiency, and housing replacement requirements; and
WHEREAS, Assembly Bill 98 (2024) was subsequently refined and clarified by Senate Bill 415 (2024), which amended portions of the Planning, Logistics, and Neighborhood Standards Act, and the City’s Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-04 has been reviewed for consistency with both AB 98 and SB 415 to ensure full compliance with applicable state law; and
WHEREAS, AB 98 is intended to protect public health and welfare by reducing the negative environmental and community impacts of logistics development, especially near sensitive receptors such as residences, schools, and parks; and WHEREAS, AB 98 defines “logistics use developments” to include warehouses, distribution centers, fulfillment centers, cross-dock facilities, last-mile delivery centers, cold-storage logistics facilities, and similar industrial operations utilizing Class 4 through Class 8 trucks; and
WHEREAS, AB 98 further requires local jurisdictions to clearly identify and classify logistics uses in their land use regulations, necessitating the addition of a “Logistics Use / Logistics Use Development” land-use category within GTMC Table 18.27.010 (Nonresidential Land Use Regulations); and

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WHEREAS, AB 98 mandates that local zoning regulations incorporate minimum standards for logistics uses, including requirements for building orientation, screening, landscaping, truck circulation, loading bay placement, and buffer areas from sensitive receptors; and
WHEREAS, AB 98 requires cities to ensure that local zoning codes incorporate minimum state standards for such logistics uses, including but not limited to building placement, façade design, screening, landscaping depth and plantings, truck access and circulation, operational limitations, and orientation of loading bays away from sensitive receptors; and
WHEREAS, to comply with AB 98, the City must amend its zoning code (Title 18) to define “logistics use,” revise the M2 Industrial District and MR Restricted Manufacturing District to include the required design, buffer, truck entrance, and operational standards; and
WHEREAS, AB 98 mandates developers to replace demolished housing (in certain cases) when logistics projects displace residential units, thereby contributing to affordable housing for affected communities; and
WHEREAS, Senate Bill 415 (2024) revised and clarified portions of AB 98 to ensure consistent implementation of logistics development standards across California jurisdictions; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to adopt this Zoning Code Amendment to ensure that future logistics development in the City meets the state’s minimum standards under AB 98, while protecting neighborhood health, safety, and welfare.

WHEREAS, this Ordinance is supported by and based upon related State legislation and guidance materials, including Assembly Bill No. 98 (2024) (Exhibit A), Assembly Bill No. 415 (2024) (Exhibit B), AB 98 Implementation Guidance for Local Agencies (Exhibit C), and the SB 415 Compliance Update (Exhibit D), all of which are incorporated herein by this reference.

WHEREAS, notice of the City Council Public Hearing concerning this Ordinance was duly published in a local newspaper at least ten (10) days prior to the Public Hearing and posted by the City Clerk in compliance with the City’s Zoning Code and City Council Resolution No. 2019-24, Expanded Public Noticing and Outreach Policy for Public Hearings and Public Workshops; and
WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 374 approving Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-04 is exempt from California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Government Code Sections 65852.28(e), 659.13.4.5(b), and 66499.41(i) and thus is not subject to further environmental review under CEQA; and

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WHEREAS, on December 18, 2025, the Planning Commission/Site and Architectural Review Board of the City of Grand Terrace conducted a duly noticed Public Hearing on Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-04 and considered testimony and evidence presented by the public, city staff, and other interested parties, at the Public Hearing and recommended approval of the ordinance to the City Council without changes; and
WHEREAS, on February 10, 2026, the City Council of the City of Grand Terrace held a duly noticed Public Hearing with respect thereto, and considered testimony and evidence at the Public Hearing on the Ordinance that would approve Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-04; and
WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Ordinance have occurred.

NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GRAND TERRACE DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The City Council hereby specifically finds that all the facts set forth in the above Recitals are true and correct and incorporated herein by this reference and made a part hereof.

SECTION 2. Based upon the forgoing and all oral and written testimony by members of the public and City staff (including, but not limited to, staff reports and attachments) made at the Public Hearing, the City Council hereby finds that the Project “Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-04” is not subject to environmental review pursuant Government Code Sections 65852.28(e), 65913.4.5(b), and 66499.41(i) and thus is not subject to further environmental review under CEQA as follows:

Finding: A project is exempt from CEQA if the activity is covered by the commonsense exemption that CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not subject to CEQA.

Facts in Support of Finding: The City of Grand Terrace has reviewed the ZCA 25-04 project with respect to the applicability of the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq) (“CEQA”).

Government Code Section 65852.28(e) – “A local agency may adopt an ordinance to implement the provisions of this section. An ordinance adopted to implement this section shall not be considered a project under Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code.”
Government Code Section 65913.4.5(b) – “A local agency may adopt an ordinance to implement the provisions of this section. An ordinance adopted to implement this section shall not be considered a project under Division 13 (commencing with

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Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code.”
Government Code 66499.41(i) – “A local agency may adopt an ordinance to implement the provisions of this section. An ordinance adopted to implement this section shall not be considered a project under Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code.”
The City Council has determined that the text amendment in this ordinance is not a project under CEQA pursuant to Government Code Sections 65852.28(e), 659.13.4.5(b), and 66499.41(i) and thus is not subject to further environmental review under CEQA.

SECTION 3. Based upon the forgoing and all oral and written testimony by members of the public and City staff (including, but not limited to, staff reports and attachments) made at the Public Hearing, the City Council determines the findings for Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 25-04 pursuant to Grand Terrace Municipal Code Section §18.90.040 can be made supporting the project application as follows:
1) Finding: The proposed amendment will not be detrimental to the health, safety, morals, comfort or general welfare of the persons residing or working within the neighborhood of the proposed amendment or within the City.

Facts in Support of Finding: ZCA 25-04 implements state-mandated AB 98 standards regulating logistics use developments, including mandatory buffers, loading bay orientation requirements, landscaping standards, façade design, and truck routing controls. These standards reduce environmental, noise, and circulation impacts and therefore enhance public health and safety. 2) Finding: The proposed amendment will not be: Injurious to property or improvements in the neighborhood or within the City.

Facts in Support of Finding: The zoning amendments ensure that logistics use developments, including warehouses and distribution facilities, are constructed with mandatory state screening, noise-attenuating features, truck circulation requirements, and setbacks that protect adjacent properties. These standards exceed current minimum requirements and reduce potential adverse impacts on surrounding areas.
3) Finding: The proposed amendment will be consistent with the latest adopted general plan.

Facts in Support of Finding: The General Plan designates the MR and M2 districts for industrial and employment-generating uses. AB 98 compliance ensures that such uses develop with appropriate performance standards, environmental protections, and circulation controls. Therefore, the amendments maintain consistency with the General Plan’s Land Use and Circulation Elements.

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SECTION 4. Section 18.27.010 “Nonresidential Use regulations” of Chapter 18.27 – NONRESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS of the Grand Terrace Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in its entirely as follows:

Deletions as strikethroughs; additions as bold italics. “18.27.010 Nonresidential Use regulations.

Uses listed in Table 18.27.010 shall be allowed in one or more of the nonresidential districts as indicated in the columns below each district heading. Permitted uses are indicated by the letter "P" while the letter "C" indicates uses which require a conditional use permit. A "-" indicates uses which are prohibited.

Permitted Usesa AP C2 CM MR M2 PUB
Agricultural and nursery supplies and services - - - P P - Amateur "HAM" radio antenna structures (Subject to
Chapter 18.72)

P P P P P P
Antique shops C P P P - -
Apparel stores C P P P - -
Appliance stores and repair - P P P - -
Art, music and photographic studios and supply stores - P P P - - Athletic and health clubs and weight-reducing clinics - P P P - - Bakeries (retail only) C P P P - -
Bakeries (wholesale) - - - - P -
Banks, financial services and institutions P - - - - -
Barber and beauty shops - P P P - -
Bicycle shops - P P P - -
Book, gift and stationary stores (other than adult
related material)

C - - - - -
Building maintenance services - - C P P -
Building supplies and sales - - C C - -
Building supplies sales, enclosed - - - P - -
Building supplies sales (wholesale and retail), indoor - - - - P - Building supplies sales (wholesale and retail), outdoor - - - - C - Building supplies and sales, outdoor - - - C - -
Business and office services P - - - - -
Business and office facilities - - P P - -
Business support services - - P P - -
Camera shop and film processing services - P P P - -
Candy and confectionery stores (retail only) C P P P - - Carpet and floor covering stores - P P P - -

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China and glassware stores C P P P - -
Cleaning and pressing establishments - P P P - -
Computer and software stores C P P P - -
Communication services - - P P P -
Contractor's office and storage yards, indoor - - - - P - Contractor's office and storage yards, outdoor - - - C C - Convenience stores C P P P - -
Curtain and drapery shops - P P P - -
Day care centers C C C C - -
Delicatessens and specialty food stores - P P P - -
Drug stores and pharmacies C P P P - -
Emergency shelters subject to Chapter 18.78 - - - - P - Equipment sales and services, indoor - - - P - -
Establishments with on-site alcohol beverage sales
and consumption that are not bona fide eating
establishments (bars, taverns, cocktail lounges,
breweries, distilleries and/or wine making facilities with sales for on-site and off- site consumption)b

C C C C - -
Florist shops C P P P - -
Funeral homes (without crematory services) - - - C - -
Funeral homes (with crematory services) - - - - C -
Furniture stores C P P P - -
General assembly facilities (other than church
facilities)

P - - - - -
Government offices and service facilities - - - - - P
Grocery stores and supermarkets C P P P - -
Hardware stores C P P P - -
Heavy equipment rentals, sales and services, indoor - - P P P - Heavy equipment rentals, sales and services, outdoor - - C C C - Hobby and craft shops C P P P - -
Ice cream and yogurt shops - P P P - -
Jewelry stores C P P P - -
Laundry (self-service) - P P P - -
Laundry and cleaning services - - - P - -
Laundry and dry-cleaning facilities - - - - P -
Leather goods and luggage stores C P P P - -
Liquor stores C P P P - -
Logistics Use – Warehouse/Distribution - - - P P
Mail order services - - - P P -
Manufacturing, light facilities - - C P P -

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Manufacturing, medium facilities - - - - P -
Medical and dental offices and related health clinics P - - - - - Modular units for office purpose only - - - C - -
Modular units for business office or headquarter
purposes only
- - - - C -
Motels and hotels - C C C - -
Nurseries and garden supply stores C P P P - -
Nursing and retirement home facilities C - - - - -
Office supplies store - P P P - -
Outdoor displays/uses shall take place in front of
business on site, which have been approved with a
conditional use permit. Under special circumstances
outdoor uses/displays are allowed without conditional
use permits during two city-wide events (the Grand
Terrace Days in June and Tour De Terrace Bike Event
in October), and in connection with business grand
openings. Temporary special event permits will be
required for display of associated balloons, banners
and special event signs.
- C C C - -
Paint, glass and wallpaper stores C P P P - -
Pet shops - P P P - -
Photography and film processing facilities - - - - P -
Plant nurseries, wholesale, outdoor - - - - C -
Printing, blueprinting and reproduction services - P P P P - Private School Facilities C - - - - -
Public and quasi-public facilities C - - - - -
Public library facilities - - - - - P
Public parks and recreational facilities - - - - - P
Public schools facilities - - - - - P
Public storage facilities, indoor - - P P P -
Public storage facilities, outdoor - - C C C -
Public utility facilities and services - - C C C P
Record, tape and video stores (sales and rental) - P P P - - Recreational facilities - - C C C -
Recreation vehicle storage, indoor - - - - P -
Recreational vehicle storage, outdoor - - - - C -
Research and development facilities - - P P - -
Research services - - - P - -

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Restaurants: With incidental serving of beer and wine
(without a cocktail lounge, bar, entertainment or
dancing)
- P P P - -
Restaurants: With a cocktail lounge, bar, entertainment or dancing)
- C C C - -
Restaurants: Fast food (without a drive-thru) - P P P - - Restaurants: With entertainment and/or serving of
alcoholic beverages (other than beer and wine)
- C C C - -
Restaurants: Fast food (with a drive-thru) - C C C - -
Secondhand sales - C C C - -
Shoe stores (sales and repair) - P P P - -
Sporting goods stores C P P P - -
Storage Facility - - - P P
Tailor shops - P P P - -
Temporary uses which are determined by the
community development director not to have
significant long-term impact on the environment. (Uses
such as parking lot sales, Christmas tree sales,
seasonal sales, rummage sales, and others with
review through the land use approval or administrative
site and architectural approval process in accordance
with Chapter 18.63, Site and Architectural Review)
- P P P P -
Television, radio, VCR, stereo and CD component
stores (sales and repair)
- P P P - -
Toy stores C P P P - -
Variety department stores C P P P - -
Vehicle related services (Includes but not limited to
motorcycles and recreational vehicles. And service
related to boats, trailers and campers.): electric vehicle charging stations (accessory use)c

P P P P P P
Vehicle related services (Includes but not limited to
motorcycles and recreational vehicles. And service
related to boats, trailers and campers.): parts and
supplies (retail)
- P P P P -
Vehicle related services (Includes but not limited to
motorcycles and recreational vehicles. And service
related to boats, trailers and campers.): parts and
supplies (wholesale)
- - - - P -

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Vehicle related services (Includes but not limited to
motorcycles and recreational vehicles. And service
related to boats, trailers and campers.): rentals
- C C C P -
Vehicle related services (Includes but not limited to
motorcycles and recreational vehicles. And service
related to boats, trailers and campers.): repair
- - - C P
Vehicle related services (Includes but not limited to
motorcycles and recreational vehicles. And service
related to boats, trailers and campers.): sales (new
and used vehicles)
- C C C C -
Vehicle related services (Includes but not limited to
motorcycles and recreational vehicles. And service
related to boats, trailers and campers.): service
stations
- C C C C -
Veterinary clinic (completely contained in a building) - C C P P - Watch and clock shops (sales and repair); C P P P - -
Wireless communication facilities subject to Chapter

18.71 C C C C C C
Wholesale Facility - - - P P -
Wholesale, storage and distribution facilities - - - P P - Yardage goods stores - P P P - -
Footnotes:
a. Land uses subject to Chapter 18.27.020 Nonresidential Hours of Operation. b. "Bona fide public eating place" means a place which is regularly and in a bona fide manner used and kept open for the serving of meals to "guests" for compensation and which has suitable kitchen facilities connected therewith, containing conveniences for cooking and an assortment of foods which may be required for ordinary "meals", the kitchen of which must be kept in a sanitary condition with the proper amount of refrigeration for keeping of food on said premises and must comply with all the regulations of the department of health. "Meals" means the usual assortment of foods commonly ordered at various hours of the day; the service of such food and victuals only as sandwiches or salads shall not be deemed a compliance with this requirement. In addition, the following, and offerings similar to them, do not meet the meal requirement:
• Snacks such as pretzels, nuts, popcorn, pickles, and chips. • Food ordinarily served as appetizers or first courses such as cheese sticks, fried calamari, chicken wings, pizza bites (as opposed to a pizza), egg rolls, pot stickers, flautas, cups of soup, and any small portion of a dish that may