Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Sunnyvale public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
2 issues in zoning with high priority
Lower Density Residential Design Standards
New objective rules replacing the 2003 Single-Family Home Design Techniques will govern how single-family and two-family homes look citywide — covering neighborhood context, materials, exceptions, and architectural styles. Commissioners gave feedback ahead of an April 27 hearing.
Citywide residential off-street parking requirements overhaul
The council updated 40-year-old residential permit parking rules so new zones can be created by resolution instead of a slower ordinance process, with permit details tailored to each neighborhood.