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Baldwin Park introduces ADU ordinance changes to comply with new state law; council approves first reading

Baldwin Park City Council · April 16, 2026
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Summary

City staff presented revisions to Baldwin Park’s ADU code to align with recent California legislation (changes to height allowances, legalization of unpermitted ADUs/JADUs, review timelines); the council approved the ordinance’s first reading 3–0.

Baldwin Park city staff presented a revised ordinance Wednesday that would amend chapter 153, part 11 of the municipal code to bring the city's accessory dwelling unit (ADU) rules into alignment with recent California state law. The council voted 3–0 to introduce the ordinance by first reading.

Jesus, the city’s associate planner, told the council the revisions respond to multiple state bills that affect ADU construction and processing,…

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