Cupertino Planning Commission Meeting - July 28, 2026

The Cupertino Planning Commission held a meeting on July 28, 2026, primarily to discuss and vote on a municipal code amendment related to definitions of attics, garages, and square footage. The amendment aimed to align the city's local code with California state housing laws, particularly to ensure compliance with SB35 streamlined housing project requirements. The discussion focused on clarifying definitions to reduce ambiguities in floor area calculations, especially for mixed-use developments, and to streamline the planning review process. Commissioners asked detailed questions about the implications of the changes on residential and commercial space allocations, attic and garage definitions, and potential impacts on property tax assessments. The commission ultimately adopted the resolution with a minor amendment clarifying the definition of permanent stairs to attics. No changes were expected to increase allowable square footage or affect existing residential zoning categories. The meeting concluded with the announcement of a summer recess and no further procurement or budget-related items were discussed.