A measuring unit for land area. One acre equals 43,560 square feet.

California Environmental Quality Act. State law passed by the California legislature in 1979 which requires an analysis of potential adverse environmental impacts prior to final decision on planning a [..]

A process which provides for public input and review of certain uses which require special consideration because of their unique site development requirements and operating characteristics. CUP is a m [..]

A measure of the intensity of use of an area (i.e., number of dwelling units per acre).

A document which contains the zoning standards, guidelines and policies that regulate the development of the City and implements the City's General Plan.

A comprehensive study required by CEQA when a project may have a significant effect on the environment. The purpose of the report is to provide decision-makers with detailed information about environm [..]

The General Plan is the City's guide for the physical development of the community. The Plan's goals and policies address elements such as Land Use, Circulation, Housing, and Environmental Q [..]

The way in which the land is being used.

A finding that a proposed project will not have a significant effect on the environment. In instances when effects on the environment can be reduced to a less than significant level through the adopti [..]

A law adopted by the City Council.