PendingGeneral Plan Amendment

Zoning Ordinance Amendment 26-0002 – ADU and Junior ADU Regulations

Description

A public hearing was scheduled on Ordinance No. 1667, which would update the city's accessory dwelling unit and junior ADU requirements to comply with state law.

Impact summary

Changes what Palmdale homeowners can build — how big, how close, and under what rules — when adding a backyard unit or converting existing space.

At a glance

Hearings: 1
Public comments: 0
Total mentions: 1

Last discussed Apr 7, 2026.

Meeting timeline (1)

Apr 7, 2026

City Council/SA - Apr 7, 2026

A public hearing was scheduled on Ordinance No. 1667, which would update the city's accessory dwelling unit and junior ADU requirements to comply with state law.

Related issues (1)

ADU and Junior ADU zoning rule changes

The city planned to update its accessory dwelling unit rules to match new state law, which matters for anyone wanting to build a backyard cottage or convert a garage into a rental. The public hearing was the community's chance to weigh in before the council voted.

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