Objective Design Standards

On June 13, 2024, the City Council adopted Objective Design Standards (ODS) along with implementing Zoning Code and General Plan amendments. The final ODS can be found here. 

The ODS apply to "Housing Development Projects" as defined in GC § 65589.5 which consist of multi-family developments, mixed-use developments where at least 2/3 of the square-footage is designated for residential uses, and transitional or supportive housing projects. The ODS also apply to single-family residential developments in certain cases.

For more information, please contact the Planning Division at 831-884-1220.