HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrd 1321 - ZOA 17-018 - Accesory Dwelling UnitsORDINANCE NO.1321
CITY OF PALM DESERT
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
STAFF REPORT
REQUEST: CONSIDERATION OF A RECOMMENDATION TO THE CITY
COUNCIL FOR AN ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO AMEND
SECTION 25.34.030 "ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS" AND
SECTION 25.99.020 "DEFINITIONS" OF THE ZONING
ORDINANCE TO COMPLY WITH RECENTLY ENACTED STATE
LEGISLATION RELATED TO ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS
SUBMITTED BY: Eric Ceja, Principal Planner
APPLICANT: City of Palm Desert
CASE NO: ZOA 17-018
DATE: April 13, 2017
CONTENTS: 1. Planning Commission Resolution No. 2692
2. Exhibit A — Section 25.34.030 "Accessory Dwelling Units" (Clean)
3. Exhibit B — Section 25.34.030 "Accessory Dwelling Units" (Redline)
4. Desert Sun Legal Notice
Recommendation
Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1321 , approving Zoning
Ordinance Amendment 17-018 to amend Section 25.34.030 "Accessory
Dwelling Units" and Section 25.99.020 "Definitions" of the Zoning
Ordinance to comply with recently enacted State legislation related to
accessory dwelling units.
Planning Commission Recommendation
The Planning Commission did consider the Zoning Ordinance Amendment (ZOA) at
their meeting of March 28, 2017. The Commission discussed various aspects of the
ordinance amendment, particularly how accessory dwelling units are rented. The
Commission voted 5-0 in favor of recommending approval of the ZOA to the City
Council.
Staff Report
ZOA 17-018: Accessory Dwelling Units
Page 2 of 4
April 13, 2017
Strategic Plan
Changes to the City's Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance are proposed to make the
City's Ordinance consistent with State law. The changes also accomplish the following
Priority listed in the Strategic Plan:
1. Land Use, Housing, & Open Space — Priority 2: "Facilitate development of high -
quality housing for people of all income levels," including identifying opportunities
for incentivizing `small' development.
Background
The City's Zoning Ordinance currently contains provisions for the development of
subordinate residential units on single-family residential properties. Section 25.34.030
"Secondary Dwelling Units" permits residential properties the ability to develop these
structures, subject to design criteria and the development standards of the base zoning
district. Due to recently enacted State legislation, the City of Palm Desert must amend
its Zoning Ordinance to comply with new language and standards imposed by the State
of California.
Project Description
Secondary dwelling units are subordinate residential units on single-family lots that
allow for affordable, rentable, and functional living facilities separate from the primary
home. The current ordinance permits these units on all single-family residential lots,
subject to design criteria and the development standards for that zone.
The State Legislature passed, and the Governor signed into law, two bills (AB 2299 &
SB 1069) that standardize language and the review process for secondary dwelling unit.
Citing concerns of a statewide housing crisis, the new bills aim to make the
development of secondary dwelling units more obtainable throughout the State of
California by removing discretionary approval and certain parking requirements imposed
by cities. In addition, the new bills standardize language for these subordinate
structures by renaming them "Accessory Dwelling Units."
Section 25.34.030 Accessory Dwelling Units
Palm Desert Municipal Code Section 25.34.030 "Secondary Dwelling Units" will be re-
titled "Accessory Dwelling Units"to comply with the new State law. In addition, the entire
Section has been modified and updated to reflect the new State law, including
increasing the maximum building size for these units, and providing criteria for reduced
parking standards. Most of the new language inserted into the City's Zoning Ordinance
is provided by the State and is consistent with the new laws.
Staff Report
ZOA 17-018: Accessory Dwelling Units
Page 3 of 4
April 13, 2017
Section 25.99.020 — Land Use Definitions
Updated land use definitions for "Accessory Dwelling Units" and "Living Area" are
provided to be consistent with new legislation. In addition, the existing definition for
"Dwelling, second unit" has been removed.
Analysis
The City has an existing ordinance to address accessory dwelling units. Chapter 25 of
the Palm Desert Municipal Code provides guidance to permit these subordinate
structures on residential properties. However, with the enactment of AB 2299 and SB
1069, language and development standards have been set by the State. As such, the
current Municipal Code Section will be re -titled "Accessory Dwelling Units" and the
development standards listed in this section have been updated to address the
maximum dwelling unit size and parking.
Maximum Dwelling Size
The existing ordinance currently allows accessory dwelling units up to 35 percent (35%)
of the floor area of the main unit. This has been increased to 50 percent (50%) under
AB 2299 and the City's ordinance has been updated to comply with State law. Although
this increases the maximum size of these units, Planning staff does not foresee major
changes to the residential character of Palm Desert neighborhoods, mainly because the
development standards for the unit will comply with the existing zoning district.
Parking
The existing ordinance requires additional parking be provided for new accessory
structures. Currently, the City requires one (1) additional covered parking space per unit
and additional parking spaces for units with more than one (1) bedroom. The new State
law permits the City to maintain this standard, but eliminates required off-street parking
under the following circumstances:
1. The unit is within one-half (1/2) mile of public transit.
2. The unit is located within an architecturally or historically significant district.
3. The unit is incorporated into the existing primary structure.
4. When parking permits are required, but not offered to accessory structures.
5. When the unit is located within one (1) block of a car share vehicle.
Based on this language criterion 1, 2, 3, and 5, would apply to the City as it currently
exists as the City does not provide parking permits. Based on the these criteria, off-
street parking requirements would be waived for units proposed with 1/2 mile of a
SunLine Transit stop, if the accessory unit is incorporated into the main housing
structure, or if the unit is within one (1) block of a car share.
Staff Report
ZOA 17-018: Accessory Dwelling Units
Page 4 of 4
April 13, 2017
Currently, Planning Staff reviews these units over the counter for architectural
compatibility with the main unit and reviews the development standards of the zoning
district. This process would remain substantially unchanged; however, Planning Staff
will now review parking standards more thoroughly for the above -mentioned criteria.
Environmental Review
Pursuant to Public Resources Code section 21080.17, the adoption of a ZOA to
implement California's new accessory dwelling unit provisions is exempt from the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Similarly, the ministerial approval of
accessory dwelling units is not a "project" for purposes of CEQA, and environmental
review is not required prior to approving individual proposals.
Submitted By:
Eric Ceja, PrincipTanner
Department Head:
Ryan Stendell, Director of Community Development
Approval:
Lauri Aylaian, City Manager
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2692
A RESOLUTION BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF A
ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO AMEND SECTION 25.34.030
"ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS" AND SECTION 25.99.020
"DEFINITIONS" OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO COMPLY WITH NEW
STATE LEGISLATION
CASE NO: ZOA 17-018
WHEREAS. the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert, California; did on the
21 S' day of March 2017, hold a duly noticed public hearing to consider the request by the City
of Palm Desert for approval of the above noted; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert, in reviewing all the
facts and any testimony given adopts the following as its Findings in recommended
approval of the Zoning Ordinance Amendment to the City Council:
SECTION 1. Findings. The Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert hereby
finds that:
A. The City of Palm Desert (the "City''), California, is a municipal corporation. duly
organized under the constitution and laws of the State of California.
B. The Planning and Zoning Law authorizes cities to provide by ordinance for the
creation of second units.
C. To address California's shortage of housing supply, the California Legislature
approved, and the Governor signed into law, Assembly Bill 2299 (Bloom, Chapter
735, Stats. 2016), Senate Bill 1069 (Wieckowski, Chapter 720, Stats. 2016) and
Assembly Bill 2406 (Thurmond, Chapter 755, Stats. 2016).
D. Assembly Bill 2299 and Senate Bill 1069 are double jointing bills, which among
other things, amend California Govemment Code Section 65852.2. These
statutes impose new limitations on local authority to regulate second units, which
are now referred to as "accessory dwelling units" ("ADU").
E. Assembly Bill 2299 became effective on January 1, 2017 and renders all non-
compliant local ordinances null and void on that date unless and until an agency
adopts an ordinance that complies with Government Code Section 65852.2.
F. The City desires to amend a local regulatory scheme for the construction of
accessory dwelling units that fully complies with Assembly Bill 2299.
SECTION 2. Amendment. The Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert
recommends that the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California, approve and adopt
the Municipal Code amendment to Section 25.34.030 as shown in Exhibit "A" which is
attached hereto and incorporated herewith.
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2692
SECTION 3. Severability. If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph.
sentence. clause, or phrase in this ordinance or any part thereof is for any reason held to be
unconstitutional or invalid or ineffective by any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision
shall not affect the validity or effectiveness of the remaining portions of this ordinance or any
part thereof. The Planning Commission hereby declares that it would have passed each
section, subsection. subdivision. paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase thereof
irrespective of the fact that any one (1) or more subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs.
sentences, clauses. or phrases be declared unconstitutional, or invalid, or ineffective.
SECTION 4. California Environmental Quality Act Finding. The Planning
Commission of the City of Palm Desert finds the adoption of this ordinance to be statutorily
exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant
to Section 21080.17 of the Public Resources Code because it is an ordinance regarding
second units in a single-family or multifamily residential zone to implement the provisions of
Government Code Section 65852.2.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the Planning Commission of the City of
Palm Desert. California, at its regular meeting held on the 21s' day of March 2017 by the
following vote. to wit:
AYES: DE LUNA, GREENWOOD, GREGORY, HOLT, and PRADETTO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ATTEST:
RYAN STENDELL, SECRETARY
PALM DESERT PLANNING COMMISSION
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ORDINANCE NO. 1321
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM
DESERT, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 25.34.030 "ACCESSORY
DWELLING UNITS" AND SECTION 25.99.020 "DEFINITIONS" OF THE
ZONING ORDINANCE TO COMPLY WITH NEW STATE LEGISLATION
CASE NO: ZOA 17-018
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Desert, California, did on the
21 SI day of March 2017, hold a duly noticed public hearing to consider the request by the City
of Palm Desert and adopted a resolution recommending approval of a zoning ordinance
amendment to the City Council for the above noted; and
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT,
CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Findings. The City Council of the City of Palm Desert hereby finds that:
A. The City of Palm Desert, California (the "City') is a municipal corporation, duly
organized under the constitution and laws of the State of California.
B. The Planning and Zoning Law authorizes cities to provide by ordinance for
the creation of second units.
C. To address California's shortage of housing supply, the California Legislature
approved, and the Governor signed into law, Assembly Bill 2299 (Bloom, Chapter 735,
Stats. 2016), Senate Bill 1069 (Wieckowski, Chapter 720, Stats. 2016) and Assembly Bill
2406 (Thurmond, Chapter 755, Stats. 2016).
D. Assembly Bill 2299 and Senate Bill 1069 are double jointing bills, which
among other things, amend California Government Code Section 65852.2. These statutes
impose new limitations on local authority to regulate second units, which are now referred to
as "accessory dwelling units" ("ADU").
E. Assembly Bill 2299 became effective on January 1, 2017, and renders all
non -compliant local ordinances null and void on that date unless and until an agency adopts
an ordinance that complies with Government Code Section 65852.2.
F. The City desires to amend a local regulatory scheme for the construction of
accessory dwelling units that fully complies with Assembly Bill 2299.
G. At a duly held public hearing before the City of Palm Desert Planning
Commission of March 21, 2017, the Planning Commission adopted a resolution
recommending that the City Council approve the updated accessory dwelling unit
regulations.
SECTION 2. Amendment. Section 25.34.030 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code is
hereby amended to read as shown in Exhibit "A", which is attached hereto and incorporated
herewith.
SECTION 3. Severability. If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph,
sentence, clause, or phrase of this ordinance or any part thereof is for any reason held to be
unconstitutional or invalid or ineffective by any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision
shall not affect the validity or effectiveness of the remaining portions of this ordinance or any
part thereof. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed each section,
subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase thereof irrespective of the
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fact that any one (1) or more subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses, or
phrases be declared unconstitutional, or invalid, or ineffective.
SECTION 4. California Environmental Quality Act Finding. The City Council of
the City of Palm Desert finds the adoption of this ordinance to be statutorily exempt from the
requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section
21080.17 of the Public Resources Code because it is an ordinance regarding second units
in a single-family or multifamily residential zone to implement the provisions of Government
Code Section 65852.2.
SECTION 5. Effective Date. This ordinance shall go into effect and be in full force
and operation from and after thirty (30) days after its final passage and adoption.
SECTION 6. Publication. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this ordinance.
Not later than fifteen (15) days following the passage of this ordinance, the ordinance, or a
summary thereof, along with the names of the City Council members voting for and against the
ordinance, shall be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the City of Palm Desert.
SECTION 7. Filing. The City Clerk shall submit a copy of this ordinance to the
Department of Housing and Community Development within 60 days after adoption.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Palm Desert,
California, at its regular meeting held on the 13th day of April 2017, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
RACHELLE D. KLASSEN, CITY CLERK
CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA
JAN HARNIK, MAYOR
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ORDINANCE NO. 1321
EXHIBIT A
25.34.030 Accessory Dwelling Units
A. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this chapter is to provide a mechanism to
expand housing opportunities in the City by allowing accessory residential units
under certain conditions in areas normally restricted to single-family and multi -family
units and to preserve the character of surrounding neighborhoods. Regulations and
permit requirements herein are intended to comply with the requirements of state
law.
B. Certificate of use and occupancy required. An accessory dwelling unit (Accessory
unit) shall be permitted within those residential zoning district identified in Table
25.10-1: "Use Matrix for Residential Districts" of the Zoning Ordinance and in
compliance with the requirements of this section and other applicable provisions of
this title.
C. Requirements. Applications for an accessory unit must meet the following
requirements:
1. The parcel must contain an existing and permitted primary residential unit.
2. The accessory unit shall provide complete and independent living facilities
separate from the primary unit.
3. The accessory unit shall have adequate sewer and water services as determined
by the Coachella Valley Water District and shall not adversely impact vehicular
traffic flow. Accessory units may, but are not required to, be metered separately
from the primary unit.
4. The accessory unit may be detached, attached, or incorporated within the living
area of the existing primary unit.
5. The living area of a detached or attached accessory unit shall not exceed 50
percent of the floor area of the permitted and constructed primary unit but in no
event be less than 400 square feet or exceed 1,200 square feet in area.
6. The unit shall only be for rental purposes or personal use of the property owner.
7. The accessory unit may not be sold separately from the primary unit.
8. Any new construction associated with the accessory unit shall comply with all
setbacks, parking requirements, building coverage, height, landscape, and
design standards contained within the base zoning district and shall not alter the
general appearance of the primary unit as a single-family residence.
9. The accessory unit and all related improvements including a garage or carport
shall architecturally match and/or be compatible with the design of the primary
unit.
10. The accessory unit shall be provided with one off-street parking space per
bedroom within a garage or carport, up to a maximum of two spaces. Off-street
parking requirements may be eliminated or modified under the following
circumstances:
a. No off-street parking is required for accessory units located within one-half
(1/2) mile of public transit.
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b. The accessory unit is located within an architecturally and historically
significant historic district.
c. No additional off-street parking is required when the accessory unit is part
of the existing primary unit.
d. When off-street parking permits are required but not offered to the
occupant of the accessory unit.
e. No off-street parking is required when a car share vehicle is located within
one block of the accessory unit.
D. The primary unit shall be owner -occupied. If the property owner is unable to
occupy the primary unit, it shall remain unoccupied during periods in which the
accessory dwelling unit is rented. In no instance may both units be rented. A
covenant memorializing this requirement shall be recorded against the property prior
to issuance of the certificate of occupancy for the accessory dwelling unit.
E. Density limits don't apply. An accessory unit which conforms to these
requirements shall not be considered to exceed the allowable density for the lot upon
which it is located, and shall be deemed to be a residential use consistent with the
General Plan and Zoning and Land Use Ordinance designation for the lot.
25.99.020 Land Use Definitions
1. Add the following definitions to the Municipal Code:
Living Area. The interior area of a dwelling unit which may be occupied for living
purposes by humans, including basements and attics (if permitted). Livable floor
area does not include a garage or any accessory structure.
Accessory dwelling unit. A dwelling unit, attached or detached, that provides
complete independent living facilities for one or more persons on a parcel zoned for
residential uses. It shall include permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating,
cooking, and sanitation on the same parcel as the single-family dwelling is situated.
An accessory dwelling unit is not counted as part of the maximum allowable density
for any zoning district.
Dwelling, second unit. Remove.
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EXHIBIT B
25.34.030 Accessory Dwelling Units
A. Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this chapter is to provide a mechanism to help
expand housing opportunities by allowing secondary accessory residential units
under certain circumstances in areas normally restricted to a single-family unit while
preserving the existing character of surrounding single-family neighborhoods.
Regulations and permit requirements herein are intended to comply with the
requirements of state law.
B. Certificate of use and occupancy required. An secondary accessory dwelling unit
(Accessory Unit) shall be permitted within those residential zoning districts zones
identified in Table 25.10-1 "Use Matrix for Residential Districts" of the Zoning
Ordinance and in compliance with the requirements of this section and other
applicable provisions of this title.
C. Requirements. Applications for an second accessory unit must meet the following
requirements:
1. The parcel must contain an existing and permitted primary residential unit.
2. The second accessory unit shall provide complete and 'dependent living facilities
separate from the primary unit. may bo ohod and in^rorpo atcd within try
living sres of the existing c!wellirxg, b t syspwcteor may bo dotaol d:
3. The second accessory unit shall have adequate sewer and water services as
determined by the Coachella Valley Water District and shall not adversely impact
traffic flow. Accessory units are not required to be metered separately from the
primary unit.
4. The accessory unit may be detached, attached, or incorporated within the living
area of the existing primary unit.
5. The floor living area of a detached or attached second unit shall not exceed 35
50 percent of the floor area of the originally permitted and constructed primary
unit but in no event be less than 400 square feet or exceed 1,200 square feet.
6. The unit shall only be for rental purposes or personal use of the property owner.
7. The second accessory unit may not be sold separately from the primary unit.
8. Any new construction associated with the second accessory unit shall comply
with all setbacks, parking requirements, building coverage, height, landscape,
and design standards contained within the base zone zoning district and shall not
alter the general appearance of the primary unit dwelling as a single-family
residence.
9. The dcrvgn of the cati��af! accessory unit and all any related improvements such
as an including a additional garage or carport shall architecturally match and/or
be compatible with the design of the primary unit existing single family home so
ao to proserva tha oh;,rso or of tho aurfeunding single family r:fsidential
neighborhood and chall by oubjaat to roview and spproval by tho ARC.
10. Tho o:rond aoaoxory unit mutt bo provided with one o tt pr4g opvia
per bedroom within s gsrss`. or carport. Fer r:c nil aooaxry units with three or
more bodrocmo only a minimum of two 6f th6 rceircd perking cps' shell !�
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5 e c ere required within a carport garage.; the other
requirod parking sp ec may hr un x crcd.
11. The xxx nd unit ,hall have irN -Thcndant heetire cvt air te. itioning systems
and shall includo spate uti!Ity tub metero. TIz. hot w or ✓,mom ha}I--be
adequatoIy tizod to moa tI zi neeer. of the :mend -unit.
12. The accessory unit shall be provided with one off-street parking space per
bedroom within a garage or carport, up to a maximum of two spaces. Off-street
parking requirements may be eliminated or modified under the following
circumstances:
a. No off-street parking is required for accessory units located within one-half
(1/2) mile of public transit.
b. The accessory unit is located within an architecturally and historically
significant historic district.
c. No additional off-street parking is required when the accessory unit is part
of the existing primary unit.
d. When off-street parking permits are required but not offered to the
occupant of the accessory unit.
e. No off-street parking is required when a car share vehicle is located within
one block of the accessory unit.
D. The primary unit shall be owner -occupied. If the property owner is unable to
occupy the primary unit, it shall remain unoccupied during periods in which the
second accessory unit is rented. In no instance may both units be rented. A
covenant memorializing this requirement shall be recorded against the property prior
to issuance of the certificate of occupancy for the second accessory unit.
E. Density limits don't apply. Are second accessory residential unit which conforms to
these requirements shall not be considered to exceed the allowable density for the
lot upon which it is located, and shall be deemed to be a residential use consistent
with the existing General Plan and zoning ordinance designation for the lot.
25.99.020 Land Use Definitions
1. Add the following definitions to the Municipal Code:
Living Area. The interior area of a dwelling unit which may be occupied for living
purposes by humans, including basements and attics (if permitted). Livable floor
area does not include a garage or any accessory structure.
Accessory dwelling unit. A dwelling unit, attached or detached, that provides
complete independent living facilities for one or more persons on a parcel zoned for
residential uses. It shall include permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating,
cooking, and sanitation on the same parcel as the single-family dwelling is situated.
An accessory dwelling unit is not counted as part of the maximum allowable density
for any zoning district.
Dwelling, second unit. Remove.
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CITY OF PALM DESERT
LEGAL NOTICE
CASE NO. ZOA 17-018
NOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT A ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO REVISE PALM
DESERT MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 25.34.030 "SECOND DWELLING UNITS" AND MODIFY
SECTION 25.99.020 "LAND USE DEFINITIONS" TO MAKE THE CITY'S ORDINANCES
CONSISTENT WITH NEW STATE REGULATIONS FOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS
Pursuant to Public Resources Code section 21080.17, the adoption of a Zoning Ordinance
Amendment (ZOA) to implement the State of California's new accessory dwelling unit provisions is
exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Similarly, the ministerial approval of
accessory dwelling units is not a "project" for purposes of CEQA, and environmental review is not
required prior to approving individual proposals.
Project Location: City-wide
Code Amendment Description:
Palm Desert Municipal Code Section 25.34.030 "Second Dwelling Units" and Section 25.99.020
"Land Use Definitions" are being amended to comply with recently enacted State Legislation. In
2016, Governor Brown signed State Senate Bill 1069 and Assembly Bill 2229, amending the State
Planning and Zoning Laws to streamline the approval process for accessory dwelling units (ADU).
The proposed ordinance amendments are modified to comply with the updated state statutes and
guidelines codified in Section 65852.2 of the Government Code.
Palm Desert Municipal Code Section 25.34.030 "Second Dwelling Units" will be renamed
"Accessory Dwelling Units" and replaced in its entirety to comply with amended Government Code
Section 65852 1 and 65852.2.
Pam Desert Municipal Code Section 25.99.020 "Land Use Definitions" will be amended so that the
City's Land Use Definitions are consistent with definitions provided in Government Code Section
65852.1 and 65852.2.
Planning Commission Recommendation: The City of Palm Desert Planning Commission
reviewed Case No. ZOA 17-018 and supporting documents at their meeting of March 21. 2017.
The Planning Commission voted in favor (5-0) recommending approval of the ZOA.
Recommendation: Staff is recommending that the City Council adopt an ordinance supporting the
changes to Zoning Ordinance and allow the item to move forward to a second reading.
Public Hearing: The public hearing will be held before the City Council on April 13, 2017, at 6:00
p. m.
Comment Period: Based on the time limits defined by CEQA, your response should be sent at
the earliest possible date. The public comment period for this project is from April 1, 2017 to April
13, 2017.
Public Review: The ZOA is available for public review daily at City Hall. Please submit written
comments to the Planning Department. If any group challenges the action in court, the issues
raised may be limited to only those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice or in
written correspondence at, or prior to, the City Council hearing. All comments and any questions
should be directed to:
Eric Ceja, Principal Planner
City of Palm Desert
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 346-0611
eceja@cityofpalmdesert.org
PUBLISH: DESERT SUN RACHELLE D. KLASSEN, CITY CLERK,
April 1, 2017 City of Palm Desert, California