Calabasas Planning Commission - 3/19/2026

The City of Calabasas Planning Commission held a meeting on March 19, 2026, primarily focused on reviewing and recommending objective design standards (ODS) for multifamily and mixed-use housing projects. The commission discussed the adoption of a new municipal code section 17.12.147 to implement these standards, which aim to streamline project approvals by establishing measurable, enforceable design criteria. Key procurement-related discussions included proposed amendments to the ODS, such as prohibiting certain architectural elements (e.g., kupilas), allowing white gutters, windows, and doors regardless of building color, requiring fire-resistant Class A siding, and revising the plant list to exclude fire-prone species while adding native, fire-resistant plants. The commission also considered restrictions on artificial turf, proposing allowances for limited use in dog runs. Multiple motions were made and approved to incorporate these changes before forwarding the ODS and ordinance to the City Council for final adoption. Additionally, the meeting included announcements about upcoming agenda items and a staff transition. No contract awards or budget allocations were discussed.