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Palos Verdes Estates council introduces ADU ordinance to comply with state law

Palos Verdes Estates City Council · April 14, 2026
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Summary

The council introduced Ordinance No. 772, aligning local accessory‑dwelling‑unit (ADU) rules with state law. Staff said the ordinance mirrors the earlier urgency ordinance and preserves local lot‑coverage and height measurements; the ordinance was introduced on first reading and will return for a second reading.

Palos Verdes Estates — The City Council on April 14 introduced an ordinance to amend Municipal Code chapter 18.45 so the city’s ADU rules conform to recent changes in California law.

Community Development Director Cheryl Brady told the council the draft ordinance is identical to the urgency ordinance the council adopted in January. Brady said, “The proposed ordinance before you tonight is identical to the urgency ordinance, which was adopted, which is…

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