Zoning Code Amendment:
Construction of Multiple Dwellings on Single-Family Zones Parcels Pursuant to SB 9 Attachment A: Findings for Zoning Code Amendment Page 1 City Council
ATTACHMENT A
FINDINGS FOR ZONING CODE TEXT AMENDMENT
Prior to the approval of a Zoning Code Text Amendment, the following findings must be made:
1. The proposed amendment is in conformance with the goals, policies and objectives of the General Plan, and other adopted goals and policies of the City.
The proposed amendment to the Zoning Code is consistent with the goals and policies of the General Plan as follows:
Land Use Element
Goal 2 1. Desirable Neighborhoods . A City composed of neighborhoods with a variety of housing types that are desirable places to live, contribute to the quality of life, and are well maintained.
o Policy 21.1 (Adequate and Affordable Housing). Provide a variety of housing types (i.e. small subdivisions, row housing, and condominiums), styles, densities, and affordability levels that are accessible to and meet preferences for different neighborhood t ypes (e.g. mixed use pedestrian environments and traditional suburban neighborhoods), physical abilities and income levels, pursuant to the Housing Element.
o Policy 21.5 (Housing Character and Design). Encourage the renovation of existing housing stock in single- and multi -family neighborhoods. When additions or replacement housing is proposed, these should reflect the unique neighborhood character and qualities, including lot sizes; building form, scale, massing, and relationship to street frontages; arch itectural design and landscaped setbacks.
Housing Element
Goal HE-1. Sustainable neighborhoods of quality housing, parks and community services, infrastructure, and other associated services that maintain and enhance neighborhood quality, character, and the health of residents.
o Policy HE -1.2 (Property Conditions ). Maintain the quality of rental and ownership housing by ensuring compliance with City building codes and standards. Facilitate and promote the renovation, improvement, and rehabilitation of housing.
Zoning Code Amendment:
Construction of Multiple Dwellings on Single-Family Zones Parcels Pursuant to SB 9 Attachment A: Findings for Zoning Code Amendment Page 2 City Council
Goal HE -2. An adequate supply and diversity of quality rental and ownership housing opportunities suited to residents of varying lifestyle needs and income levels.
o Policy HE -2.1 (Housing Diversity). Facilitate and encourage diversity in types, prices, ownership, and size of single-family homes, apartments, town homes, mixed-uses, transit-oriented developments, and work/live housing, among others.
The proposed amendment allows for the construction of multiple dwellings on parcels previously limited to single -family residential uses and accessory dwelling units, potentially encouraging a wider range of housing types and affordability levels accessible to residents. The proposed amendment includes requirements for open space, tree canopy, and other development standards to ensure that new construction and lot splits are consistent with established residential neighborhoods. Therefore, the proposed amendment is consistent with the goals, policies, and objectives of the General Plan Land Use Element and Housing Element.
2. The proposed amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or general welfare of the City.
The proposed amendments are consistent with numerous policies in the Land Use and Housing Elements of the General Plan. The propos ed amendment includes standards requiring the retention of existing trees and/or provision of new trees as well as open space requirements to ensure that new residential construction includes elements that contribute to neighborhood quality, character, and public health.
Therefore, the proposed amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or general welfare of the City.