Resolution-PC2026-015RESOLUTION NO.2026-015
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM APPROVE AND ADOPT
A PROPOSED GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT AMENDING THE
LAND USE ELEMENT
(DEV2026-00022)
WHEREAS, the City of Anaheim has, pursuant to the recommendations of the
Planning Commission of the City of Anaheim, adopted a General Plan for the City of Anaheim
showing the general description and extent of possible development within the City; and
WHEREAS, the Anaheim City Council ("City Council") did adopt the Anaheim
General Plan by Resolution No. 69R-644, showing the general description and extent of possible
future development within the City; and
WHEREAS, by adoption of Resolution No. 2004-95 on May 25, 2004, the City
Council adopted a comprehensive update to the General Plan for the City of Anaheim (collectively,
the "2004 General Plan Update"); and
WHEREAS, the General Plan has been subsequently amended over the years, most
recently through the City Council's adoption of Resolution No. 2025-033 on April 22, 2025,
approving a focused update to the City of Anaheim General Plan (collectively, the "2025 General
Plan Focused Update"); and
WHEREAS, the Land Use Element is a guide for the City's future development. It
designates the distribution and general location of land uses, such as residential, retail, industrial,
open space, recreation, and public uses. The Land Use Element also addresses the permitted
density (number of housing units per acre) and intensity (site coverage and floor to area ratio, or
FAR) of the various land use designations; and
WHEREAS, the General Plan is amended time to time as conditions warrant, to
more effectively deal with contemporary issues, update its content and improve its format and
usability, address relevant local conditions, and be internally consistent and easy to use; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Building Director has therefore initiated a General
Plan Amendment, in accordance with Chapter 18.68 (General Plan Amendments) of the Anaheim
Municipal Code to amend text within the Land Use Element, which is on file with the City of
Anaheim Planning and Building Department and incorporated herein by this reference; and
WHEREAS, the Land Use Element would be updated, as set forth in Exhibit "A"
and Exhibit `B" to this resolution, to update Table LU-2 and Page LU-37 of the General Plan Land
Use Element to change the minimum residential density for the Mixed -Use High designation from
30 dwelling units per acre to 20 dwelling units per acre to provide greater flexibility to bring
forward residential projects that align with market demand and site -specific conditions, while still
encouraging meaningful residential density consistent with the intent and character of the Mixed -
Use High designation; and
WHEREAS, the proposed General Plan Amendment shall be referred to herein
collectively as the "Proposed Project'; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to and in accordance with the provisions of the California
Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq.; herein referred to as
"CEQA"), the State of California Guidelines for Implementation of the California Environmental
Quality Act (Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations; herein referred to as the "CEQA
Guidelines"), the City is the "lead agency" for the preparation and consideration of environmental
documents for the Proposed Project; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hold a public hearing at the Anaheim
Civic Center, Council Chamber, 200 South Anaheim Boulevard, on June 15, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.,
and notice of said public hearing having been duly given as required by law and in accordance
with the provisions of Chapter 18.60 (Procedures) of the Code, to hear and consider evidence and
testimony for and against the Proposed Project and to investigate and make findings and
recommendation in connection therewith; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission finds that the Proposed Project is exempt
from the requirements to prepare additional environmental documentation per California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, Section 15061(b)(3), which provides the general
rule that CEQA only applies to projects that have the potential for causing a significant effect on
the environment. The proposed amendments to the General Plan Land Use Element and
Anaheim Municipal Code are limited to implementing the Housing Element Policy Program
strategies and clarifying existing provisions and aligning local regulations with the requirements
of State Housing Element Law. These amendments do not authorize any new development or
modify land use designations beyond what is already permitted under existing State and local
regulations. Rather, they streamline implementation, ensure internal consistency of terms and
standards, and remove ambiguity in the development review processes. Thus, the proposed
amendments would not have a significant effect on the environment; therefore, the activity is not
subject to CEQA; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission, after due consideration, inspection,
investigation and study made by itself and in its behalf, and after due consideration of all evidence
and reports offered at said hearing with respect to the request for the Proposed Project, does hereby
find and determine the following facts:
1. That the Proposed Project maintains the internal consistency of the General
Plan. The Land Use Element describes the Mixed -Use High designation as allowing for a mix of
residential uses such as stacked flats, live -work units, and townhouses. The proposed amendment
provides greater flexibility to bring forward residential projects for stacked flats, live -work units,
and townhomes between 20-30 dwelling units per acre to align with the current market demand.
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The proposed amendment would also facilitate additional housing opportunities with flexible
residential density in the Mixed -Use High designation throughout the City, encourage quality
housing opportunities, and continue to facilitate infill residential development near housing job
centers. The proposed amendment is also consistent with the following General Plan Land Use
Element goals:
• Land Use Element Goal 2.1: Continue to provide a variety of quality
housing opportunities to address the City's diverse housing needs.
• Land Use Element Goal 6.1: Enhance the quality of life and economic
vitality in Anaheim through strategic infill development and revitalization
of existing development.
• Land Use Element Goal 7.1: Address the jobs -housing relationship by
developing housing near job centers and transportation facilities; and
2. The Proposed Project would not be detrimental to the public interest, health,
safety, convenience, or welfare of the City because it does not alter development standards related
to building height, setbacks, circulation, or impact infrastructure and life -safety. Future
development projects will continue to be subject to applicable zoning and building code
requirements to ensure the protection of public health, safety, and welfare; and
3. The Proposed Project would maintain the balance of land uses within the
City because it does not modify the geographic extent of the Mixed -Use High designation or
introduce new land use categories. Instead, the Proposed Project reduces the minimum residential
density requirement from 30 dwelling units per acre to 20 dwelling units per acre to provide
additional flexibility for residential and mixed -use development; and
4. The Proposed Project does not change the General Plan Land Use Map,
instead it includes an update to Table LU-2 and Page LU-37 of the Land Use Element to reduce
the minimum residential density requirement from 30 dwelling units per acre to 20 dwelling units
per acre to provide additional flexibility for residential and mixed -use development; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission determines that the evidence in the record
constitutes substantial evidence to support the actions taken and the findings made in this
Resolution, that the facts stated in this Resolution are supported by substantial evidence in the
record, including testimony received at the public hearing, the staff presentations, the staff report
and all materials in the project files. There is no substantial evidence, nor are there other facts,
that negate the findings made in this Resolution. The Planning Commission expressly declares that
it considered all evidence presented and reached these findings after due consideration of all
evidence presented to it; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, this Planning Commission after due
consideration, inspection, investigation and study made by itself, and after due consideration of,
and based upon, all evidence and reports offered at said hearing and pursuant to the above findings,
does hereby recommend that the City Council of the City of Anaheim approve and adopt the
proposed General Plan Amendment to amend the Land Use Element to update Table LU-2 and
Page LU-37 of the Land Use Element, as set forth in Exhibit "A" and Exhibit `B" to this
Resolution_
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!� THE FOREGOING RESOLUTION was adopted at the Planning Commission meeting of
(i iJlg-C J Q5 , 2026.
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CHAIRPERSON, PLAI KING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM
ATTEST:
SECRETARY, PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM
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EXHIBIT "A"
"Page LU-37"
General Plan Land Use Element
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EXHIBIT A
LAND USE ELEMENT
Mixed -Use High
The Mixed -Use High designation is intended to allow a mix of uses including
residential, commercial, services, hotel, and professional office uses in a high -
quality environment. The focus of this designation is on creating a pedestrian -
friendly environment, including increased connectivity and community gathering
spaces. Uses and activities are designed together in an integrated fashion to
create a dynamic urban environment. Continuous commercial street frontage on
the first and, perhaps, second floors, supported by residential and/or office uses
above, is the typical pattern of vertically mixed land use. Uses may also be mixed
in a horizontal or multi -use pattern. Stand-alone uses within a multi -use project
need to be integrated into an overall project design and connected to other
adjoining uses by plazas, promenades, and landscaped corridors, and should
include common architectural themes and signage. Typical residential uses could
include stacked flats, live -work units, townhouses, and artist -style lofts.
Residential development in these areas emphasizes quality and offers a variety
of amenities. The residential component of mixed -use development is permitted
at a density of up to 60 dwelling units per acre. A minimum density of 20
dwelling units per acre is required to implement this designation. The non-
residential component of mixed -use development is permitted at a maximum
floor area ratio of 0.35. The implementing zone is the MU-H Zone.
Mixed -Use Urban Core
The Mixed -Use Urban Core designation is intended to allow a mix of uses
including residential, commercial, services, hotel, and professional office uses in
a high -quality environment. The focus of this designation is on creating a
pedestrian -friendly environment, including increased connectivity and
community gathering spaces. Uses and activities are designed together in an
integrated fashion to create a dynamic urban environment. Continuous
commercial street frontage on the first and, perhaps, second floors, supported
by residential and/or office uses above, is the typical pattern of vertically mixed
land use. Uses may also be mixed in a horizontal or multi -use pattern. Stand-
alone uses within a multi -use project need to be integrated into an overall
project design and connected to other adjoining uses by plazas, promenades,
and landscaped corridors, and should include common architectural themes and
signage. Typical residential uses could include stacked flats, live -work units, and
artist -style lofts. Residential development in these areas emphasizes quality and
offers a variety of amenities. The residential component of mixed -use
development is permitted at a density of up to 100 dwelling units per acre. The
non-residential component of mixed -use development is permitted at a
July 2026 City of Anaheim General Plan I Page LU-37
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EXHIBIT "B"
"TABLE LU-2"
General Plan Land Use Element
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EXHIBIT B
CITY OF ANAHEIM
TABLE LU-2
Residential
Mixed -Use
Proposed Residential and
Low -
Mixed -Use Land Use
Low
Medium
Low-
Medium
Mixed -Use
Mixed-
Mixed-
Mixed -Use
Mixed -Use
Mixed -
Mixed -Use
Designations
Estate
Density
Hillside
Medium
Mid Density
Density
Corridor
Corridor
Use Low-
Use Mid
Medium
High
Use
Urban Core
Density
Density
Medium
Industrial
Minimum to Maximum
0-18
0-27
Density
0-1.5
0-6.5
0-36.0
0-13.0
0-6.5 du/ac
du/ac
du/ac
18-36
20-60
0-30
0-100 du/ac
0-6.0 du/ac
0-18.0 du/ac
0-27.0 du/ac
du/ac**
du/ac
du/ac
du/ac
du/ac
du/ac**
du/ac
0-0.5 FAR
0-0.35
0-0.10
0-3.00 FAR
0-0.35 FAR
0-00 35 FAR
0-1.0 FAR
FAR
FAR
Typical Implementing
RH-3
RS-4
Zoning
RH-1
RS-1
RS-3 (SC)
RM-1
RM-3
RM-3
RM-1
MU - C
MU-
MU -UM
MU-MED
MU-1
MU-UC
RH-2
RS-2
RS-4 (SC)
RM-2
RM-3.5
RM-3.5
RM-2
MU -MID
PTMU*
MU-H
PTMU*
RM-2 (SC)
RM-4
RM-3
RS-3
RM-3
Notes:
In addition to the typical zoning designations listed above, other zones may be substituted for the typical implementation zones, provided that the overall density ranges established by the General Plan are not exceeded.
Additionally, other Specific Plans or Overlay Zones may apply, which could further restrict maximum densities. For allowable densities within Specific Plan areas, please refer to the applicable Specific Plan.
The density in the Platinum Triangle Mixed Use (PTMU) Overlay Zone Arena and Transit Districts is to be calculated as the number of dwelling units per acre of land, including the area used for open space, recreational uses,
and accessory uses associated with the residential use, but excluding public and private streets, public and private easements for ingress and egress, and any area used for non-residential purposes.
*The Platinum Triangle Mixed Use (PTMU) Overlay Zone is applicable to properties within the Platinum Triangle Mixed Use Overlay.
**On sites identified in the City's Sixth Cycle Housing Element Candidate Site Inventory as providing units in the Low- and Very Low -Income category, if at least twenty percent (20%) of the total units are restricted for lower -
income households, as defined by the California Department of Housing and Community Development, a minimum residential density of 20 dwelling units per acre shall apply.
Page LU-16 I July 2026
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss.
CITY OF ANAHEIM )
I, Madeleine Pineda-Campos, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of
Anaheim, do hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was passed and adopted at a meeting of
the Planning Commission of the City of Anaheim held on June 15, 2026, by the following vote of
the members thereof:
AYES: Chairperson Walker, Vice Chairperson Tran-Martin, Commissioners Castro, Kelly
and Lieberman
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT: Commissioners Abdulrahman and Perez
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 15th day of June 2026.
OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM
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