16.15.005 Purpose and applicability.
The purpose of this chapter is to appropriately regulate qualifying “urban lot splits” within qualifying locations in low-density residential (R-1) zones in accordance with California Government Code Section 66411.7.
A. Applicability. The standards and limitations set forth in this chapter shall apply to urban lot splits under California Senate Bill 9 of 2021 (“SB 9”) within R-1 residential zones in the city, notwithstanding any other conflicting provisions of this code. In the event of a conflict between the provisions of this chapter and any other provision of this code, the provisions of this chapter shall prevail.
B. Interpretation. The provisions of this chapter shall be interpreted to be consistent with the provisions of California Government Code Section 66411.7 and shall be applied in a manner consistent with state law. The city shall not apply any requirement or development standard provided for in this chapter to the extent prohibited by any provision of state law.
C. Permitted Locations. A lot on which an urban lot split is proposed must be located within an R-1 zone and meet all qualifying requirements of Section 16.15.020. (Ord. 1729 § 4 (Exh. A), 2023)