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Planning Commission approves code changes to align ADU rules with new state laws
Summary
The San Francisco Planning Commission approved a planning-code amendment to align local accessory dwelling unit (ADU) rules with recent state laws (AB 2221 and SB 897), exempting ADUs from local dwelling unit‑mix requirements and clarifying a 60‑day approval rule for state‑mandated ADUs. Vote: 5–2.
The San Francisco Planning Commission on Sept. 28 approved changes to the city’s planning code meant to bring local accessory dwelling unit rules into compliance with new state law.
Planning Department staff said the amendment updates local regulations to reflect Assembly Bill 2221 and Senate Bill 897 and clarifies that state‑mandated ADUs are subject to a 60‑day approval clock, after which lack of action results in automatic approval. Staff also recommended a modification to exclude ADUs from local dwelling‑unit‑mix…
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