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2026 Land Development Code Update

San Diego

Description

A package of 134 amendments to the city's zoning and development code — 103 citywide and 31 downtown — plus minor General Plan and Downtown Community Plan amendments. Ordinances were introduced and will be adopted June 8.

Impact summary

Expect faster wireless permitting, new downtown density bonuses for rooftop gardens, tree preservation and small lots, higher code-enforcement fines up to $10,000 per violation, and higher appeal fees with a low-income discount.

Applicant

Name
City of San Diego (City Planning Department)

At a glance

Hearings
1
Public comments
5
Total mentions
1

Recorded in the meeting

Approved6–0, unanimous

Last discussed May 11, 2026.

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