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Lindsay council adopts updated zoning code to meet state requirements, avert funding risk
Summary
The Lindsay City Council voted unanimously to adopt an updated zoning ordinance and resolution to bring the city’s zoning code into compliance with current state law. Staff said the action was time-sensitive to protect eligibility for housing and community development funding.
The Lindsay City Council voted unanimously to adopt an updated zoning ordinance and accompanying resolution to align the city's zoning code with recent changes in state law and to preserve eligibility for state housing funds.
Council members and staff said the update incorporates state-mandated changes including rules for accessory dwelling units (ADUs), new definitions and standards for manufactured housing and worker housing, and other code modernizations. Ryan (city staff) told the council the adoption was time-sensitive: “there's a possibility of losing out funding, if not approved by the 30,” referring to the March 31 deadline for some state funding and agreements with the California Department of Housing and Community Development.
The update replaces provisions last revised in February 2019 and adds a new category the packet called a “junior accessory dwelling unit” alongside detached and attached ADU provisions. Kira, who presented the draft text, noted the packet and staff report summarize the full zoning-code update while the ordinance and resolution were provided for formal action.
Council members asked procedural questions and received clarification that adopting the ordinance does not automatically authorize specific development projects; proponents still must obtain the necessary permits, zoning approvals and building permits before construction. Ryan and other staff reiterated that the adoption is intended to keep the city eligible for grants and loans administered by state housing programs.
The council approved the ordinance and resolution by roll call. The motion to adopt was made by Council Member Sanchez and seconded by Council Member Soria; the motion carried 5 to 0.
Council and staff signaled that if additional review was required, they could schedule a special meeting before the funding deadline, but they proceeded with adoption during the current meeting to meet the state timeline.
Looking ahead, staff said the code update will be published with the ordinance language and made available to the public alongside the staff report for reference.
