Chapter 17.18 — ZONING CODE AMENDMENT

Sections:

• 17.18.010 Purpose. 17.18.020 Initiation of Amendment. 17.18.030 Approval Authority. 17.18.040 Findings. 17.18.050 Conditions and Restrictions. 17.18.060 Action/Adoption.

The purpose of a zoning amendment is to allow modifications to any provisions of this title (including the adoption of new regulations or deletion of existing regulations) or to change the zoning designation on any parcel(s). (Ord. 582 § 1 (Exh. A), 2009)

Amendments may be initiated by:

The Atherton Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 677, passed February 18, 2026.

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A. A petition to the City council by an owner or owners of record in the town that would be affected by the proposed amendment; provided, that the applicant agrees to pay all costs associated with processing and deciding the request (e.g., staff time, hearing notices);

• B. Resolution of intention by the planning commission; or

• C. Resolution of intention by the city council directing the planning commission to consider a proposed amendment. (Ord. 582 § 1 (Exh. A), 2009)

The designated approval authority for zoning amendments is the city council. The town planner and planning commission provide recommendations and the city council approves, conditionally approves, or denies zoning amendments in accordance with the requirements of this title as described in section 17.06.070 (Approval Authority) and Table 17.06.070-1 (Approval Authority). (Ord. 582 § 1 (Exh. A), 2009)

Zoning amendments shall be granted only when the approval authority makes the finding that the proposed zoning amendment (text or plan) is consistent with the general plan goals, policies, and implementation programs. (Ord. 582 § 1 (Exh. A), 2009)

When considering rezoning applications, the city council has the authority to impose restrictions on property including the restriction of use. (Ord. 582 § 1 (Exh. A), 2009)

Adoption of the zoning amendment by the city council shall constitute final action and approval of the amendment. Authorization for construction or occupancy in accordance with the amendment may only be granted upon or after the effective date of the action. (Ord. 582 § 1 (Exh. A), 2009)