MAY 6, 2026 | Planning Commission

The City of San Jose Planning Commission held a meeting on May 6, 2026, primarily to discuss proposed amendments to the city's zoning code in response to recent state laws effective January 2026. Key procurement-related topics included updates to regulations allowing subdivisions of single-family zoned properties, permitting child daycare centers co-located within multi-family housing developments without additional discretionary permits, and changes to junior accessory dwelling unit (JADU) regulations, including owner occupancy and rental duration requirements. The commission reviewed the ordinance update aimed at improving transparency and predictability in housing project reviews by replacing subjective standards with objective criteria. The Planning Commission voted to recommend that the City Council adopt the ordinance and related environmental determinations. The ordinance will undergo further review by the Airport Land Use Commission and City Council in upcoming hearings. Additionally, the meeting included updates on recent City Council approvals of residential development projects and amendments to agreements with vendors such as Clear Channel Outdoor.