California SB9 amends local ordinances for accessory dwelling units to ensure compliance with state law.

California SB9 amends Section 66326 of the Government Code to ensure local ordinances for accessory dwelling units comply with state law. Local agencies must submit their ordinances to the Department of Housing and Community Development within 60 days of adoption. The department reviews these ordinances and provides findings within a reasonable time, up to 30 days. If an ordinance is found non-compliant, the local agency must either amend it or provide findings explaining why it believes the ordinance complies.

California SB9 amends local ordinances for accessory dwelling units to ensure compliance with state law.

California SB9 amends Section 66326 of the Government Code to ensure local ordinances for accessory dwelling units comply with state law. Local agencies must submit their ordinances to the Department of Housing and Community Development within 60 days of adoption. The department reviews these ordinances and provides findings within a reasonable time, up to 30 days. If an ordinance is found non-compliant, the local agency must either amend it or provide findings explaining why it believes the ordinance complies.