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Palos Verdes Estates council adopts urgency ordinance to align ADU rules with new state law
Summary
The Palos Verdes Estates City Council on Jan. 14 adopted an urgency ordinance amending chapter 18.45 of the municipal code to conform local accessory dwelling unit (ADU) and junior ADU rules to recent state law changes, waiving full reading and finding the ordinance exempt from CEQA.
The Palos Verdes Estates City Council adopted an urgency ordinance on Jan. 14 to update local rules for accessory dwelling units and junior ADUs to match recent changes in California law. City staff said the updates address coastal development permit timing, JADU owner‑occupancy rules, unit size measurements, impact‑fee exemptions for small units and ministerial permit processing.
The measure was introduced by Community Development Director Cheryl Bridal, who outlined requirements the city must meet, including a 60‑day…
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