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Proposed Zoning Changes for New Housing Sites in North Costa Mesa

Original title: A ZONING CODE AMENDMENT TO REZONE SIXTH CYCLE (2021-2029) HOUSING ELEMENT SITES AND IMPLEMENT HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRAMS TO COMPLY WITH STATE Law, A CONFORMING CODE AMENDMENT TO TITLE 9 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE, A RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE NORTH COSTA MESA SPECIFIC PLAN FOR CONSISTENCY WITH THE HOUSING ELEMENT SITES REZONING, AND DISCUSSION OF A RESOLUTION FOR THE FUTURE CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF FEES ASSOCIATED WITH NEW PROCESSES - PCTY-25-0008 AND PSPA-26-0001

Record date · March 17, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The City Council is reviewing a proposal to rezone specific land sites to meet state-mandated housing requirements for the 2021-2029 cycle. This includes updates to the municipal code and the North Costa Mesa , as well as a discussion on potential new fees for these development processes.

Why it matters

This proposal changes the legal zoning designations for specific properties to allow for new housing development, which will dictate future construction density and land use in North Costa Mesa.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Property owners in North Costa Mesa

Their land may be subject to new zoning designations, which changes the permitted uses and development standards for their property.

Directly affected

Housing developers

They will be subject to new development processes and potential future fees associated with the updated zoning.

Key Facts

  • The proposal aims to rezone sites identified in the Sixth Cycle (2021-2029) Housing Element to comply with state law.
  • The action includes a formal amendment to Title 9 of the Municipal Code.
  • The North Costa Mesa Specific Plan will be amended to ensure consistency with the new housing site rezonings.
  • The Council will discuss a resolution regarding the future adoption of fees associated with these new development processes.
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  • The document is filed under reference number 26-174.
  • The item is scheduled for the Regular City Council and Housing Authority meeting on February 26, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'Sixth Cycle Housing Element'?
It is a state-mandated planning period (2021-2029) during which cities must identify and zone enough land to accommodate their share of regional housing needs.
Will this change my property taxes?
The document does not mention property tax changes; it focuses on zoning designations and potential administrative fees for new development processes.
What are the new fees being discussed?
The document indicates the Council will discuss a resolution for the future consideration of fees, but specific dollar amounts are not provided in this report.

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State-Driven Zoning Compliance

The city is actively updating its municipal code to align with state-mandated housing requirements for the 2021-2029 cycle.

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Connected Entities

Costa Mesa City Council, PCTY-25-0008, City Council and 4 more
OrganizationCosta Mesa City CouncilMap →
otherPCTY-25-0008Map →
OrganizationCity Council“The governing body reviewing the zoning amendments.”Map →
locationNorth Costa Mesa“The specific geographic area subject to the plan amendment.”Map →
locationNorth Costa Mesa Specific PlanMap →
otherPSPA-26-0001Map →
OrganizationHousing Authority“Joint body participating in the review.”Map →

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