Density Bonus Ordinance
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On August 8, 2006, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors adopted an ordinance amending the zoning code to allow greater density bonuses and incentives and concessions for affordable and senior citizen housing, in accordance with changes in State-mandated density bonus law effective in 2005 (SB 1818). The ordinance provides for greater density and incentive options based on the level of affordability and percentage of affordable units, as well as incentives for senior housing. The ordinance also allows basic incentives and concessions to be granted through an administrative procedure, regardless of whether or not the project otherwise requires a discretionary review. For more information on how to apply for a Density Bonus, please see the FAQ page.
Background Information
- Draft Ordinance - March 22, 2006
- Hearing Notice - July 25, 2006
- Hearing on Amendments to County Code Title 21 (Subdivisions) and Title 22 (Planning and Zoning) Relating to Density Bonuses and Affordable Housing Incentives
- Resolution - March 22, 2006
- Staff Memo to RPC - March 16, 2006
- Staff Memo to RPC - February 9, 2006
- Proposed Density Bonus Ordinance Conceptual Framework
- State Density Bonus Law - Effective January 1, 2006
- Memo From Staff to Board Deputies - November 10, 2005
- Map and Tables with Location of Density Bonus Projects
- Additional Public Comment Letters
- Staff Memo to RPC - October 20, 2005
- Density Bonus Hearing Highlights - June 22, 2005
- RHNA Construction Need and Income Distribution 1998-2005
- Summary Comparison of Parking Rates for Affordable Housing
- Vehicle Ownership in Los Angeles County, 2000 US Census
- Summary of Recent Parking Demand Studies
- Summary of Recent Published Literature on Low Income Housing and Parking Requirements
- SB 435
- Hearing Notice
- Staff Report
- Negative Declaration
- Initial Study
- Memo to RPC
