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Whittier updates zoning to conform to state ADU and SB9 laws; council introduces ordinances

Whittier City Council · September 9, 2025
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Summary

Council introduced and conducted first readings of ordinances to update Whittier zoning for accessory dwelling units and SB9 two-unit/lot-split provisions, citing state law changes; the measures passed first-reading votes unanimously.

The Whittier City Council on Sept. 9 conducted public hearings and introduced zoning amendments to align local rules with new state laws for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and Senate Bill 9 (two-unit/lot-split rules).

Planner Ben Pongetti summarized the changes in ZCA 25-0001 (ADU/junior ADU amendments) and ZCA 25-0002 (SB9 conformity). Key staff points included removal of some replacement parking requirements, authorization for ADUs to be built on top of primary dwellings in certain one-story cases, the…

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