Planning Commission backs zoning-code amendments to align Chapter 19 with Novato General Plan 2035

Jul 27, 2026

The Planning Commission voted to recommend City Council adoption of multiple Chapter 19 zoning ordinance amendments to reflect General Plan 2035 definitions, update development intensities, add streamlined permit procedures for housing projects, and create a new TDR section; commissioners asked for clarification on thresholds and design review.

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The Novato Planning Commission voted to recommend that the City Council adopt a package of zoning ordinance amendments updating Chapter 19 to match definitions and development intensities in the Novato General Plan 2035.

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