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Published: Jun 23, 2026
Simi Valley Updates Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Ordinance to Comply with State Law
The City Council held a public hearing to consider amendments to the Simi Valley Municipal Code related to accessory dwelling units (ADUs) to comply with state law revisions. The update clarifies distinctions between state-exempt and non-state exempt ADUs, while maintaining local control where possible. The ordinance codifies existing practices and does not change current development or design standards for ADUs. Key changes include clarifying the six classes of ADUs (Junior ADUs, detached ADUs, conversion ADUs for single-family and multi-family lots) and ensuring compliance with state requirements for ministerial approval, setback exceptions, and height limits for state-exempt ADUs. Non-state exempt ADUs remain subject to existing city development and design standards. The Planning Commission recommended adoption, and the City Council voted unanimously to adopt Ordinance 1373, enacting these updates. [cite: 1412-1578, 1575-1581]
Preferential Parking Zone Established on Brandon Avenue to Ease School-Related Traffic
The City Council adopted a resolution establishing a preferential parking zone on Brandon Avenue, south of Fitzgerald Road, to address parking impacts from student drop-off and pick-up activities related to Hillside Middle School. The zone restricts parking to residents and their guests during school days (6:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.). A petition signed by 11 of 12 property owners supported the zone. The resolution allows for up to three residential permits and two visitor permits per dwelling. Staff will return with proposed permit fees. Mayor Pro Tem Litzer voted against it, citing the school's prior existence and the availability of turnaround space, while other council members supported it due to increased traffic and the need for resident-only parking during school hours. [cite: 1993-2148]
Simi Valley City Council Considers Updates to Density Bonus and Incentives Ordinance
The City Council held a public hearing on Ordinance number 1372, which amends the Simi Valley Municipal Code Title 9 Z-S-2026-0002 to update regulations for density bonus and incentives. This aims to align with California state law regarding density bonuses for affordable housing. The ordinance increases the density bonus cap to 50%, allows for supplemental bonuses, offers concessions, and includes a menu of discretionary incentives. The Planning Commission recommended adoption, and the City Council unanimously voted to introduce the ordinance. [cite: 1244-1265, 1398-1404]
Simi Valley Updates Density Bonus and Incentives Regulations to Align with State Law
The City Council held a public hearing to consider amendments to the Simi Valley Municipal Code Title 9 Z-S-2026-0002 to update density bonus and incentives regulations. The amendments align the city's municipal code with current California state law. The proposed ordinance increases the density bonus cap from 35% to 50%, allows for two tiers of supplemental density bonuses up to an additional 50% under certain conditions, offers up to five concessions, and provides a menu of incentives beyond state law at the discretion of the City Council on a case-by-case basis. These incentives can include additional density in designated areas, flexibility on development and design standards, reductions in common areas and open spaces, and eased parking requirements. The Planning Commission recommended adopting these updates. The council voted unanimously to introduce Ordinance 1372 to enact these changes. [cite: 1244-1263, 1398-1404]
Simi Valley Adopts 2025 Urban Water Management and Contingency Plans
The City Council held a public hearing to consider the adoption of the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP) and the 2025 Water Shortage Contingency Plan (WSCP). Waterworks District 8, which serves 68% of Simi Valley, presented the UWMP, which ensures water supplies are available for existing and future needs and guides policy decisions. The plan projects sufficient water supplies to meet demands, even through extended dry conditions, due to improvements in water storage and conveyance by Metropolitan and Calleguas. A 15% shortage is projected in year five of a severe drought, corresponding to a Level 2 water shortage condition. The district is compliant with urban water use objectives and has seen demand drop by over 20% since the last drought. The WSCP sets forth response actions for water shortages. The plans were coordinated with other water agencies and met public review requirements. The council adopted Resolution WWD-307 approving both plans. [cite: 1583-1641, 1701-1707]
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