Staff pulls Signal Hill ADU item as county studies new state ADU rules
Jul 8, 2026
Staff withdrew the Signal Hill accessory dwelling unit item after advising the commission that recent changes in state law make coastal ADU processing a staff‑level decision; staff will process the ADU at the chief level with required notices and public input in that process.
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Staff withdrew the Signal Hill accessory dwelling unit item from the Planning Commission agenda after advising the commission that recent changes to state law (references discussed in the hearing) indicate ADUs are intended to be processed at the staff‑level even in coastal areas, with staff required to consider coastal issues when applicable.
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