Accessory Dwelling Unit Regulations
At a glance
- What: Ordinance to amend Palo Alto Municipal Code Titles 16, 18, and 21 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADUs).
- Where it stands: First reading passed 4-3 on August 17, 2026 (Stone, Veenker, and Lythcott-Haims opposed). Second reading discussed on September 9, 2026 but item was pulled from consent calendar for reconsideration.
- Next: Item status pending; second reading motion to reconsider ordered September 9.
Council votes
| Reading | Date | Vote | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| First | 2026-08-17 | 4-3 | Opposed: Stone, Veenker, Lythcott-Haims |
| Second | 2026-09-09 | Pulled | Mayor Veenker motion to reconsider; seconded by Ed Lauing |
Sources
- City Council regular meeting minutes, August 17, 2026: paloalto.primegov.com
- City Council special meeting minutes, September 9, 2026: https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Public/CompiledDocument?meetingTemplateId=19151&compileOutputType=1
Log
- 2026-08-17 - City Council - First reading passed 4-3.
- 2026-09-09 - City Council - Second reading item 11 pulled from consent calendar; Mayor Veenker motion to reconsider passed 7-0.