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Hayward Municipal Code · 2026-10 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · Hayward
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CITY OF HAYWARD OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
1991 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ CHAPTER AMENDED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance No. 91-02 C.S. Chapter 10 , Article 4 | Precise Plan Line Requirements for Sycamore Ave. |
| Ordinance No. 91-09 C.S Chapter 2, Article 9 & 10 | Business Enterprise Preference & Disadvantage |
| Ordinance No. 91-04 C.S. Chapter 4, Article 3 | Card Club Regulations |
| Ordinance No. 91-07 C.S. Chapter 1, Article 3 Chapter 5, Article 8 | Hazardous Waste Reduction Requirements |
| Ordinance No. 91-10 C.S. Chapter 2, Article 3 | Relating to the Powers & Duties of the Human Services Commission |
| Ordinance No. 91-14 C.S. Chapter 11 , Article 3 | Respecting Wastewater Discharge Regulations |
| Ordinance No. 91-16 Chapter 2, Article 6 Chapter 1, Article 3 Chapter 2, Article 11 | Pertaining to the Regulation and Control of Aircraft Noise at Hayward Air Terminal, Hayward, California |
| Ordinance No. 91-17 Chapter 7, Article 4 | Property Developers' Obligations for Parks and Recreation |
| Ordinance No. 91-19 Chapter 8, Article 16 | The Formation of Local Improvement Benefit Districts |
| Ordinance No. 91-20 Chapter 4, Article 1 | Pertaining to the Abatement of Weed, Rubbish, and Litter |
| Ordinance No. 91-24 Chapter 4, Article 3 | City of Hayward to Permit 24-Hour Operation of Card Clubs Under Prescribed Conditions |
1992 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ CHAPTER AMENDED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 92-05, Adopted 2/18/92 Chapter 10 , Article 4 Section 10-4.111 | Relating to precise plan lines for Overhill Drive. |
| Ordinance 92-08, Adopted 4/28/92 Chapter 2, Article 9, Section 2-9.07 Chapter 2, Article 10, Section 2-10.08 | Business Enterprise Preference and Advantaged and Women's Business Programs |
| Ordinance 92-10, Adopted 5/26/92 Chapter 11 , Article 5 (Adding new article) | Stormwater Management and Urban Runoff Control |
| Ordinance 92-26, Adopted 7/28/92 Chapter 8, Article 6 | Amending Real Property Transfer Tax |
| Ordinance 92-24, Adopted 7/28/92 Chapter 10 , Article 2, Section 10-2.16 and 10-2.25 | Text Change Application 92-6 Concerning Property Within the Downtown Core Area |
| Ordinance 92-25, Adopted 7/28/92 Section 10-2.16 | Text Change Application 92-12 Concerning Property Outside of the Downtown Hayward Core Area |
| Ordinance 92-30, Adopted 9/22/92 Chapter 8, Article 1 | Imposition of An Interim Supplemental Tax Upon Building Construction and Improvements |
| Correction Chapter 1, Article 5 Chapter 11 , Article 4 Pg. 11-64/11-65 | |
| Ordinance 92-34, Adopted 11/17/92 Chapter 10 , Article 4 | Precise Plan Lines for Ramos Avenue between Sycamore Avenue and Silva Avenue |
| Ordinance 92-37, Adopted 11/24/92 Chapter 10 , Article 4 | Precise Plan Lines for Templeton Street between "B" Street and Hill Avenue |
| Ordinance 92-39, Adopted 12/15/92 Chapter 10 , Article 12 | Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance |
1993 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ CHAPTER AMENDED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 93-04/Adopted 3/9/93 Chapter 10 , Article 12 | The Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance By the Insertion of a New Subparagraph (r) Thereto |
| Ordinance 93-09/Adopted April 6, 1993 Chapter 8, Article 14 | Revise Taxation of Home Occupations Under the Emergency Services Facilities Tax |
| Ordinance 93-11/Adopted April 20, 1993 Chapter 8, Article 4 | Increase to the City of Hayward Transient Occupancy Tax |
| Ordinance 93-14, Adopted May 25, 1993 Chapter 7, Article 1 Chapter 10 , Article 3 Chapter 10 , Article 4 Chapter 10 , Article 8 Chapter 11 , Article 3 | Relating to Street Standards |
| Ordinance 93-16/Adopted June 8, 1993 Chapter 10 , Article 2 | Off-Street Parking Regulations, Concerning the Garage Conversion Amnesty Program In Connection with Text Change Application 93-1 |
| Ordinance 93-17/Adopted June 22, 1993 Chapter 4, Article 7 | Related to Alarm Regulations |
| Ordinance 93-18/Adopted July 13, 1993 Chapter 2, Article 9 and 10 | Business Enterprise Preference and Disadvantaged and Women's Business Programs |
| Ordinance 93-19, Adopted July 27, 1993 Section 10-1.4015 | Conditional Uses In the I (Industrial) District (See Zoning Ordinance Changes 1993 Book) |
| Ordinance 93-20, Adopted July 27, 1993 | Related to Alarm Users Permit Fees |
| Ordinance 93-22, Adopted October 5, 1993 | Wastewater Discharge Regulations |
| Ordinance 93-23, Adopted October 12, 1993 Chapter 2, Article 3 | Provisions Regarding the Board of Adjustments and Amending the Powers and Duties of the Hayward Planning Commission |
| Ordinance 93-25, Adopted November 9, 1993 Chapter 9 , Article 5 | Amending HMC pertaining to Mandatory Residential Inspections |
| Ordinance 93-26, Adopted November 9, 1993 Chapter 5, Article 6 | Amending the Smoking Pollution Control Ordinance |
| Ordinance 93-27, Adopted November 23, 1993 Chapter 8, Article 15 | Amending the Imposition of an Interim Supplemental Tax Upon Building Construction and Improvements |
| Ordinance 93-28, Adopted December 7, 1993 Chapter 3, Article 2 | Amending HMC that the Designee of the Assistant Director of Emergency Services Shall be the Emergency Services Coordinator |
1994 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ CHAPTER AMENDED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 94-04, Adopted 2/8/94 Chapter 3, Article 5 | Use of Sidewalks for Outdoor Dining, Sales, or Food Preparation |
| Ordinance 94-06, Adopted 2/8/94 Chapter 2, Article 7 | Nondiscriminatory Practices by City Contractors |
| Ordinance 94-08, Adopted 3/8/94 Chapter 3, Article 11 | Prevention and Abatement of Graffiti |
| Ordinance 94-11, Adopted 5/10/94 Chapter 4, Article 5 Chapter 4, Article 9 | Curfew Hours for Minors |
| HMC Index Supplement No. 8 | |
| Ordinance 94-15, Adopted 7/26/94 Chapter 1, Article 3 | Violations |
| Corrected Page Chapter 4 Index | |
| Ordinance 94-16, Adopted 7/26/94 Chapter 8, Article 15 | Termination of Tax |
| Ordinance 94-13, Adopted 7/26/94 Chapter 11 , Article 4 | Underground District No. 21 |
| Ordinance 94-14, Adopted 7/26/94 Chapter 11 , Article 4 | Underground District No. 22 |
| Ordinance 94-24, Adopted 10/11/94 Chapter 11 , Article 3 | Wastewater Discharge Regulations |
| Ordinance 94-25, Adopted 10/18/94 Chapter 5, Article 9 Chapter 1, Article 3 | Anti-Scavenging Regulations |
| Ordinance 94-27, Adopted 12/06/94 Chapter 8, Article 12 | Downtown Hayward Business Improvement Area |
| Ordinance 94-28, Adopted 12/20/94 Chapter 10 , Article 4 | Precise Plan Lines for Civic Avenue and Dobbel Avenue, from Hayward Boulevard to Grandview Avenue |
1995 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ CHAPTER AMENDED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 95-01, Adopted 1/10/95 Chapter 10 , Article 11 | Historic Preservation Ordinance |
| Ordinance 95-03, Adopted 1/10/95 Chapter 10 , Article 8 | Grading and Clearing Ordinance |
| Ordinance 95-04, Adopted 1/10/95 Chapter 10 , Article 3 | Subdivision Ordinance Revisions since 1960 298 C.S. Adopted May 31, 1960 62-008 C.S. Adopted February 6, 1962 64-022 C.S. Adopted June 16, 1964 66-008 C.S. Adopted March 1, 1966 67-048 C.S. Adopted September 19, 1967 67-055 C.S. Adopted November 21, 1967 77-048 C.S. Adopted November 15, 1977 78-001 C.S. Adopted January 24, 1978 78-037 C.S. Adopted November 7, 1978 79-008 C.S. Adopted February 13, 1979 79-033 C.S. Adopted August 14, 1979 81-029 C.S. Adopted August 18, 1981 82-018 C.S. Adopted August 10, 1982 83-017 C.S. Adopted August 2, 1983 83-018 C.S. Adopted August 2, 1983 84-012 C.S. Adopted May 22, 1984 86-02 C.S. Adopted January 28, 1986 86-11 C.S. Adopted April 1, 1986 93-14 Adopted May 25, 1993 95-04 Adopted January 10, 1995 (This ordinance replaces all of the above) 95-32 Adopted December 19, 1995 99-15 Adopted September 7, 1999 |
| Ordinance 95-07, Adopted 2/7/95 Chapter 5, Article 7 | Community Preservation and Improvement |
| Ordinance 95-09, Adopted 2/21/95 Chapter 2, Article 1 | Terms of City Council Members |
| Ordinance 95-10, Adopted 2/21/95 Chapter 3, Article 5 Chapter 7, Article 2 Chapter 11 , Article 3 | Temporary Use of Sidewalks or Roadways |
| HMC Index Supplement No. 9 | |
| Corrected page Chapter 11 , Article 4 Page 11-65 | |
| Chapter 3, Article 11 | Graffiti Prevention and Abatement |
| Ordinance 95-19, Adopted 10/31/95 Chapter 10 , Article 4 Add section 10-4.114 | Precise Plan Lines for Central Boulevard between Delmar Avenue and the Southeastern End, Hayward, California |
| Ordinance 95-20, Adopted 10/31/95 Chapter 10 , Article 4 Add section 10-4.115 | Precise Plan Lines for Calhoun Street and Vanderbilt Street |
| Ordinance 95-22, Adopted 11/29/95 Chapter 10 , Article 7 | Adoption of Revised Sign Regulations |
| Ordinance 95-32, Adopted 12/19/95 Chapter 10 , Article 3 | Amends the Real Estate Subdivision Regulations, in connections with Text Change Application No. 95-140-03 |
1996 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ CHAPTER AMENDED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 96-07, Adopted 2/13/96 Chapter 9 , Article 5 | Adoption of Ordinance Relating to Residential Rental Inspection Regulations |
| Ordinance 96-12, Adopted 6/25/96 Chapter 5, Article 6 | Amends the Smoking Pollution Control Ordinance |
| Ordinance 96-13, Adopted 7/16/96 Chapter 10 , Article 2 | Amends Off Street Parking Regulations |
| Ordinance 96-14, Adopted 7/16/96 Chapter 3, Article 12 | Filming Activities in the City of Hayward |
| Ordinance 96-15, Adopted 7/23/96 Chapter 11 , Article 4 | Adds Section 11-4.23 regarding Underground District No. 23 |
| Ordinance 96-17, Adopted 7/23/96 Chapter 3, Article 13 | Sale of "Saturday Night Specials," also known as "Junk Guns" |
| Ordinance 96-18, Adopted 10/1/96 Chapter 6, Article 11 | Permit Requirements for Firearms Dealers |
1997 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ CHAPTER AMENDED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 97-02, Adopted 3/18/97 Chapter 2, Article 12 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 2 of the Hayward Municipal Code by Adding Article 12 Thereto, Relating to All-Mail Special Elections |
| Ordinance 97-06, Adopted 5/06/97 Appendix "A" to Article 3 of Chapter 11 | An Ordinance Amending Appendix "A" to Chapter 11 of the Hayward Municipal Code Respecting Wastewater Discharge Regulations |
| Ordinance 97-07, Adopted 05/20/97 Chapter 2, Article 3 (Per Angie, make this HMC change after September, 2/6/98 Per C.A. do not send out yet) | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 2, Article 3 of the Hayward Municipal Code by Amending Sections 2-3.10 through 2-3.12 Relating to the Powers and Duties of the Personnel and Affirmative Action Commission |
| Ordinance 97-10, Adopted 07/08/97 Chapter 2, Article 1 | An Ordinance Amending Section 2-1.10 , Compensation for Members of the City Council, Chapter Two of the Hayward Municipal Code |
| Ordinance 97-11, Adopted 07/15/97 Chapter 9 , Article 3 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 9 , Article 3 of the Hayward Municipal Code by Adopting a Revised Building Abatement Code |
| Ordinance 97-12, Adopted 07/15/97 Chapter 10 , Article 13 | An Ordinance Adding Article 13 to Chapter 10 of the Hayward Municipal Code, the Antenna and Telecommunications Facilities Ordinance |
| Ordinance 92-10, Attachment "A" Chapter 11 , Article 5 | NPDES Permit incorporated into Chapter 11 , Article 5 as Attachment "A". Permit reissued 5/97. Ordinance not revised. |
| Ordinance 97-13, Adopted 07/15/97 Chapter 8, Article 17 | This ordinance was placed as a measure on the November 4, 1997 ballot of the Special Municipal Election and was not approved by the voters. |
| Ordinance 97-18, Adopted 12/09/97 Chapter 2, Article 13 | Due to pending litigation regarding Proposition 208, this ordinance is suspended. |
1998 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ CHAPTER AMENDED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 98-03, Adopted 02/10/98 Chapter 6, Article 5 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 6, Article 5 in its entirety, relating to the Operation of Taxicabs |
| Ordinance 98-07 Adopted 03/24/98 Chapter 10 , Article 14 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 10 , Article 14 of the Hayward Municipal Code by the Addition of Article 14 Thereto, To Be Known as the Security Gate Ordinance |
| Ordinance 98-08, Adopted 03/24/98 Chapter 8, Article 14 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 8, Article 14, the Emergency Services Facilities Tax Ordinance by adding Section 8-14.65 Establishing a Termination Date |
| Ordinance 98-09, Adopted 06/23/98 Chapter 11 , Article 4 | An amendment adding Section 11-4.24 relating to Underground District No. 24 |
| Ordinance 98-011, Adopted 07/21/98 Chapter 6, Article 5 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 6, Article 5 by amending Sections 6-5.04 , subdivision (b) and 6-5.08 , and adding Section 6-5.09 , relating to the Operation of Taxicabs |
| Ordinance 98-012, Adopted 07/28/98 Chapter 4, Article 3 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 4, Article 3, by relating to the Card Club Regulations to comply with changes in State Law |
| Ordinance 98-14, Adopted 10/27/98 Chapter 10 , Article 7 | An Ordinance Adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration for and Amending Hayward Municipal Code Section 10-1.4993, Part of the Zoning Ordinance; and Revising the Sign Regulations Contained in Hayward Municipal Code Chapter 10 , Article 7 |
1999 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ CHAPTER AMENDED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 99-03, Adopted 04/13/99 Chapter 2, Article 14 | An Ordinance Adopting the Hayward Living Wage Ordinance |
| Ordinance 99-04, Adopted 04/20/99 Chapter 6, Article 8 | An Ordinance Amending the Hayward Municipal Code, Towing Operations |
| Ordinance 99-05, Adopted 05/11/99 | An Ordinance Establishing a Building Code for the City of Hayward; Regulating the Construction, Alteration, Repair, and Maintenance of Structures; Providing for the Issuance of Permits and Collection of Fees; and Repealing Ordinance No. 95-25 and All Amendments Thereto (Uniform Building Code, 1997 Edition, Adoption by Reference) |
| Ordinance 99-06, Adopted 05/11/99 | An Ordinance Establishing a Fire Prevention Code for the City of Hayward; Adopting the California Fire Code, 1998 Edition and the California Fire Code Standards, 1997 Edition, with Certain Amendments Thereto; Prescribing Regulations Governing Conditions, Hazardous to Life and Property from Fire or Explosion; Providing for the Issuance of Permits and Collection of Fees; Providing for Penalties for Violation; and Repealing Ordinance No. 95-24 and All Other Ordinances and Parts of Ordinances in Conflict Therewith |
| Ordinance 99-07, Adopted 05/11/99 | An Ordinance Establishing a Mechanical Code for the City of Hayward, Regulating the Alteration, Construction, Installation and Repair for Ventilating, Refrigeration, and Heat Producing Equipment (Mechanical Equipment); Providing for the Issuance of Permits and Collection of Fees and Prescribing Penalties for Violation of Said Mechanical Code; and Repealing Ordinance No. 95-28 and All Amendments Thereto (Uniform Mechanical Code, 1997 Edition, Adoption by Reference) |
| Ordinance 99-08, Adopted 05/11/99 | An Ordinance Establishing a Housing Code for the City of Hayward; Establishing Minimum Space and Occupancy Standards, Structural Requirements, Mechanical Requirements, Exits, Fire Protection and Other Requirements for Residential Buildings; Providing for the Repair, Rehabilitation, or Demolition of Substandard Residential Buildings, and Prescribing Penalties for the Violation of Said Housing Code; and Repealing Ordinance No. 95-27 and All Amendments Thereto (Uniform Housing Code, 1997 Edition, Adoption by Reference) |
| Ordinance 99-09, Adopted 05/11/99 | An Ordinance to be Known and Designated as the Electrical Code of the City of Hayward; Regulating the Installation, Alteration, Repair, and Maintenance of Electrical Wiring, Electrical Fixtures, and Other Electrical Appliances and Equipment; Providing for the Issuance of Permits and Collection of Fees; and Repealing Ordinance No. 95-26 and All Amendments Thereto (National Electrical Code, 1996 Edition, Adoption by Reference) |
| Ordinance 99-10, Adopted 05/11/99 | An Ordinance Establishing a Plumbing Code for the City of Hayward; Regulating the Construction, Alteration, Repair, and Maintenance of Plumbing; Providing for the Issuance of Permits and Collection of Fees; and Repealing Ordinance No. 95-29 and All Amendments Thereto (Uniform Plumbing Code, 1997 Edition, Adoption by Reference) |
| Ordinance 99-11, Adopted 05/18/99 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 4, Article 3 of the Card Club Regulations of the City of Hayward to Comply with changes in State Law |
| Ordinance 99-14, Adopted 09/07/99 | Section 2 Amends Section 10-2.340 of Chapter 10 , Article 2 by deleting language from the Restaurants category Section 3 Amends Sections 7-2.70 , 7-2.71 , 7-2.75 , 7-2.77 and 7-2.80 of Chapter 7, Article 2 (Preservation of Trees) by renumbering, respectively, as Sections 10-15.10 , 10-15.11 , 10-15.20 , 10-15.25 and 10-15.30 of Chapter 10 , Article 15 Section 4 Amends Chapter 7, Article 4 (Property Developers - Obligations for Parks and Recreation) by renumbering in its entirety as Chapter 10 , Article 16, with corresponding renumbering of section numbers |
| Ordinance 99-15, Adopted 09/07/99 | An ordinance amending Chapter 10 , Article 3, the Subdivision Ordinance, in Connection with Authority for Final Map Approval |
| Resolution 98-121, Adopted 06/30/98 | Confirmed the results of Measure F which validated the SBCIT pursuant to the provisions of Proposition 218 and approved the continued collection of the tax. Amend Chapter 8, Article 15, removing "Interim" from "Supplemental Building Construction and Improvement Tax". Also, changed page numbering. |
2000 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ CHAPTER AMENDED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 00-01, Adopted 02/01/00 | Amends Flood Damage Prevention and Flood Plain Management Standards contained in Chapter 9 , Article 4 |
| *Ordinance 00-04, Adopted 07/18/00 | Amends Chapter 5, Article 4 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Well Standards |
*Coded Systems has not been notified of these new ordinances
2001 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ CHAPTER AMENDED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| *Ordinance 01-02, Adopted 02/13/01 | An Ordinance Adding Sections 7-2.70 Through 7-2.83 to Chapter 7, Article 2 of the Hayward Municipal Code Pertaining to the Maintenance and Repair of Sidewalks |
| *Ordinance 01-03, Adopted 02/20/01 | An Ordinance Amending Article 4, Chapter 11 of the Hayward Municipal Code by Adding Section 11-4.25 Thereto Relating to Underground District No. 25 |
| *Ordinance 01-05, Adopted 03/06/01 | An Ordinance of the City Council of Hayward Adding Article 10 to Chapter 5 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Waste Reduction and Recycling Requirements for Construction and Demotion Debris |
| *Ordinance 01-09, Adopted 07/24/01 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 10 , Article 2 of the HMC, Off-Street Parking Regulations, as they Apply to Residential Parking Requirements in the Central City Sub-Districts |
| *Ordinance 01-12, Adopted 09/25/01 | An Ordinance Amending Section 2-1.10 of the HMC Relating to Compensation for Members of the City Council |
| *Ordinance 01-13, Adopted 10/09/01 | An Ordinance Adding Article 17 to Chapter 8 of the HMC Relating to Adopting Local Goals and Policies for the Establishment of Community Facilities Districts |
*Coded Systems has not been notified of these new ordinances
2002 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ CHAPTER AMENDED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| *Ordinance 02-02, Adopted 01/22/02 | An Ordinance Revising the Sign Regulations Contained in Hayward Municipal Code Chapter 10 , Article 7, Sections 10-7.403(j) and 10-7.700 (c) |
| *Ordinance 02-05, Adopted 05/14/02 | An Ordinance Amending Section 2-1.10 (c) of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Compensation for Members of the City Council |
| *Ordinance 02-11, Adopted 10/01/02 | Ordinance Adding Article 12 to Chapter 6 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Control of Shopping Carts |
| *Ordinance 02-18, Adopted 10/29/02 | Ordinance Repealing Article 15 of Chapter 10 of the Hayward Municipal Code and Enacting a New Ordinance for Tree Preservation |
| *Ordinance 02-19, Adopted 10/29/02 | Ordinance Adding Article 13 to Chapter 2 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Campaign Contribution Limits and Expenditure Limitations for City Elective Offices |
| *Ordinance 02-21, Adopted 12/10/02 | Ordinance Repealing Article 7 of Chapter 5 of Hayward Municipal Code and Enacting a New Ordinance for Community Preservation and Improvement |
*Coded Systems has not been notified of these new ordinances
2003 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ DATE ADOPTED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 03-03, Adopted 03/18/03 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 6, Article 5 of the Hayward Municipal Code by Amending Certain Portions of Sections 6-5.01 , Deleting Section 6-5.08 and 6-5.09 , and Inserting a New Section 6-5.07 , Relating to the Operation of Taxicabs in the City of Hayward |
| Ordinance 03-04, Adopted 04/01/03 | Ordinance Amending Chapter 1, Article 3 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Administrative Citations |
| Ordinance 03-05, Adopted 04/08/03 | Ordinance Repealing Article 5 of Chapter 9 of the Hayward Municipal Code and Enacting a New Ordinance for the Residential Rental Inspection Program |
| Ordinance 03-06, Adopted 05/06/03 | Ordinance Repealing Article 16 of Chapter 10 of the Hayward Municipal Code for the Park Dedication In-Lieu Fees |
| Ordinance 03-09, Adopted 06/17/03 | Ordinance Adding Article 17 to Chapter 10 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Inclusionary Housing |
| Ordinance 03-13, Adopted 09/23/03 | Ordinance Amending Article 2 to Chapter 11 of the Hayward Municipal Code By Adopting a Revised Hayward Municipal Water System Code |
| Ordinance 03-14, Adopted 11/25/03 | Ordinance Adding Article 15 to Chapter 2 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Control of Medical Marijuana |
| Ordinance 03-16, Adopted 12/16/03 | Ordinance Amending Article 3 to Chapter 11 of the Hayward Municipal Code By Adopting a Revised Sanitary Sewer System Code |
2004 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ DATE ADOPTED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 04-01, Adopted January 6, 2004 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 2 Article 8 Relating to Public Works Contracts |
| Ordinance 04-02, Adopted February 17, 2004 | An Ordinance Adding Article 6 to Chapter 9 Relating to Wood-Burning Appliances |
| Ordinance 04-04, Adopted March 30, 2004 | An Ordinance Amending Sections 2-5.20 and 2-5.21 of Chapter 2 Article 5 Relating to the Retention and Disposal of Personal Property |
| Ordinance 04-06, Adopted May 25, 2004 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 5, Article 4 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Well Standards |
| Ordinance 04-12, Adopted September 28, 2004 | An Ordinance Adding Article 18 to Chapter 10 of the Hayward Municipal Code, Establishing Provisions for Surface Mining and Reclamations |
| Ordinance 04-16, Adopted October 19, 2004 | An Ordinance Amending 11-3.201 , Article 3, Chapter 10 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Public Sewer Connections in the Mt. Eden Area |
| Ordinance 04-18, Adopted December 7, 2004 | An Ordinance Amending Article 3 of Chapter 10 Relating to Conversions of Mobilehome Parks |
| Ordinance 04-19, Adopted December 21, 2004 | An Ordinance Amending Various Sections of the Zoning Ordinance and Section 10-2.411 of Article 2, Chapter 10 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Parking Requirements in the Central Parking District |
2005 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ DATE ADOPTED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 02-21, Adopted December 10, 2002 (Ordinance that was sent out in 2002 was incorrect - Correct ordinance redistributed on April 4, 2005) | An Ordinance Repealing and Replacing Chapter 5 Article 7 |
| Ordinance 05-07, Adopted September 6, 2005 | Ordinance Amending Chapter 2, Article 13 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Campaign Contribution and Expenditure Limits |
| Ordinance 05-09, Adopted September 27, 2005 | Ordinance Amending Chapter 11 , Article 5 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Stormwater Management and Urban Runoff Control |
| Ordinance 05-10, Adopted September 27, 2005 | Ordinance Amending Chapter 7, Article 1, Section 7-1.65 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Driveway Materials |
| Ordinance 05-11, Adopted October 4, 2005 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 10 , Article 2 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Tandem Parking Regulations |
| Ordinance 05-15, Adopted November 22, 2005 | Ordinance Adding Article 19 to Chapter 10 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Density Bonus |
| Ordinance 05-20, Adopted December 20, 2005 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 4 of the Hayward Municipal Code by the Addition of Article 10 Relating to Aggressive Solicitation |
| Ordinance 05-21, Adopted December 20, 2005 | Ordinance Amending Chapter 10 , Article 5, Sections 10-5.00 and 10-5.10 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Street Names and Property Numbers |
2006 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ DATE ADOPTED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 06-04, Adopted February 14, 2006 | Ordinance Repealing Article 7 of Chapter 4 of the Hayward Municipal Code and Enacting a New Ordinance Relating to Alarms in the City of Hayward |
| Ordinance 06-09, Adopted May 2, 2006 | Ordinance Repealing and Replacing Chapter 6, Article 10 of the Hayward Municipal Code Pertaining to Massage Establishments and Massage Therapy Technicians |
| Ordinance 06-12, Adopted July 11, 2006 | Ordinance Amending Article 2 of Chapter 10 of the Hayward Municipal Code and Adopting New Off-Street Parking Regulations |
| Ordinance 06-17, Adopted October 24, 2006 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 4, Article 3 of the Hayward Municipal Code, by the Addition of Section 4-3.16 (c) Relating to the Palace Card Club Permit |
2007 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ DATE ADOPTED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 07-02, Adopted February 20, 2007 | Ordinance Amending Certain Sections of Chapter 4 Article 4 of the Hayward Municipal Code and Inserting New Sections 4-4.49 and 4-4.56 Relating to Animal Control Regulations |
| Ordinance 07-03, Adopted February 27, 2007 | Ordinance Amending Sections 10-3.350 through 10-3.395 of the Hayward Municipal Code "Condominium Community Apartment, and Stock Cooperative Subdivisions" Governing Conversion of Residential Rental Complexes to Ownership Housing |
| Ordinance 07-05, Adopted June 12, 2007 | Ordinance Adding Section 4-9.02.5 to the Hayward Municipal Code Establishing a Daytime Curfew for Minors Under 18 Years of Age |
| Ordinance 07-11, Adopted October 2, 2007 | Ordinance Amending Article 4, Chapter 11 of the Hayward Municipal Code Adding Section 11-4.27 thereto relating to Underground District No. 27 |
| Ordinance 07-13, Adopted November 6, 2007 | Ordinance Amending Article 2, Chapter 11 of the Hayward Municipal Code Adding A Definition and Inserting a New Section 11-2.46 Requiring Installation of Separate Irrigation Water Meters for Certain Projects |
| Ordinance 07-23, Adopted December 18, 2007 | An Ordinance Repealing Section 2-6.50 Through 2-6.116 and 2-6.130 Through 2-6.150 of Chapter 2, Article 6, of the Hayward Municipal Code and Enacting a New Ordinance Relating to Airport Rules and Regulations and Minimum Standards |
2008 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ DATE ADOPTED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 08-01, Adopted January 22, 2008 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 5, Article 1 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Solid Waste Collection and Disposal |
| Ordinance 08-02, Adopted January 29, 2008 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 10 , Article 7 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to the Sign Ordinance as It Applies to Auto Dealerships |
| Ordinance 08-03, Adopted February 19, 2008 | Adoption of an Ordinance to Amend Chapter 10 of the Hayward Municipal Code by adding Article 20, a Civic Bay-Friendly Landscaping Ordinance |
| Ordinance 08-06, Adopted April 29, 2008 | Ordinance Amending Chapter 10 , Article 3 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Mobilehome Park Conversions |
| Ordinance 08-07, Adopted May 13, 2008 | Ordinance Adding Article 11 to Chapter 4 of the Hayward Municipal Code, the Social Host Accountability Ordinance |
| Ordinance 08-08, Adopted May 20, 2008 | Ordinance Amending Article 3 to Chapter 1 of the Hayward Municipal Code; Enforcement and Penalties |
| Ordinance 08-09, Adopted May 20, 2008 | Ordinance Adding Article 7 to Chapter 1 of the Hayward Municipal Code; the Administrative Citation Ordinance |
| Ordinance 08-11, Adopted May 27, 2008 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 5, Article 6 of the Hayward Municipal Code, Prohibiting the Use of Tobacco Products in or Around Public Places in the City of Hayward |
| Ordinance 08-14, Adopted September 16, 2008 | An Ordinance Adding Article 21 to Chapter 10 of the Hayward Municipal Code Establishing Green Building Requirements for Municipal Buildings |
| Ordinance 08-15, Adopted October 7, 2008 | An Ordinance Amending Article 4 to Chapter 9 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Flood Plain Management |
| Ordinance 08-16, Adopted October 7, 2008 | An Ordinance Amending Article 4, Chapter 11 of the Hayward Municipal Code by Adding Section 11-4.28 Thereto Relating to Underground District No. 28 |
| Ordinance 08-17, Adopted October 28, 2008 | An Ordinance that Implements the Provisions of the Digital Infrastructure and Video Competition Act (DIVCA) of 2006, Codified in California Public Utilities Code Section 5800, ET SEQ., which the City is Required to Administer and Enforce throughout the City |
| Ordinance 08-18, Adopted November 18, 2008 | An Ordinance Repealing and Replacing Article 11 of Chapter 3 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Graffiti Prevention and Abatement |
| Ordinance 08-20, Adopted December 2, 2008 | An Ordinance Adding Article 22 to Chapter 10 of the Hayward Municipal Code Establishing Green Building Requirements for Private Development |
2009 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ DATE ADOPTED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 09-02, Adopted February 17, 2009 | Ordinance Repealing and Replacing Chapter 5 Article 7 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to the Hayward Community Preservation Ordinance |
| Ordinance 09-03, Adopted February 17, 2009 | Ordinance Repealing and Replacing Chapter 9 Article 5 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to the Residential Rental Inspection Ordinance |
| Ordinance ME-09-01, Adopted May 19, 2009 | An Initiative Ordinance Adding Chapter 8, Article 18 to the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to the Utility Users Tax |
| Ordinance 09-05, Adopted May 26, 2009 | Ordinance Adding Chapter 4, Article 12 to the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Spectators Prohibited at Illegal Speed Contests or Exhibitions of Speed |
| Ordinance 09-10, Adopted October 6, 2009 | Ordinance Amending Section 4-3.18 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Card Club Regulations |
| Ordinance 09-11, Adopted October 20, 2009 | Ordinance Amending Article 12 of Chapter 4 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to the Prohibition of Spectators at Illegal Speed Contests or Exhibitions of Speed |
| Ordinance 09-12, Adopted November 17, 2009 | An Ordinance Amending Section 11-3.201 of Chapter 11 , Article 3 of the Hayward Municipal Code, Establishing an Exception to the Requirement to Connect to the Public Sewer System for Certain Properties in the Mt. Eden Phase II Annexation Area. |
| Ordinance 09-14, Adopted December 1, 2009 | Ordinance Amending Sections of Article 5 of Chapter 9 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to the Residential Rental Inspection Ordinance |
| Ordinance 09-15, Adopted December 15, 2009 | An Ordinance Amending Article 22 to Chapter 10 of the Hayward Municipal Code Establishing Green Building Requirements for Private Development |
| Ordinance 09-16, Adopted December 15, 2009 | Ordinance Repealing and Replacing Chapter 10 Article 12 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance |
2010 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ DATE ADOPTED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 10-02, Adopted January 19, 2010 | Ordinance of the Hayward City Council Amending Article 9 of Chapter 4 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Curfew Hours for Minors |
| Ordinance 10-03, Adopted January 26, 2010 | Ordinance Adding Section 2.15 to Chapter 11 , Article 3, Section 400, Appendix "A" of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Dental Amalgam Recovery Program Ordinance |
| Ordinance 10-04, Adopted February 2, 2010 | An Ordinance Adding Article 23 to Chapter 10 of the Hayward Municipal Code Establishing Indoor Water Use Efficiency Standards |
| Ordinance 10-05, Adopted February 2, 2010 | An Ordinance Adding Section 11-2.47 to Chapter 11 , Article 2 of the Hayward Municipal Code Establishing Prohibitions on Water Waste Activities and Adopting Penalties and Fines for Violations |
| Ordinance 10-07, Adopted March 2, 2010 | Adoption of Ordinance Amending Article 3 of Chapter 10 of the Hayward Municipal Code and Adopting New Approval Periods for Subdivision Map Applications and Other Related Amendments |
| Ordinance 10-08, Adopted March 2, 2010 | Adoption of Ordinance Amending Section 8-15.04 , Subsection (c), of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Provision for Payment of Certain Development Fees |
| Ordinance 10-09, Adopted April 6, 2010 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 5, Article 1 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Collection of Delinquent Charges for Solid Waste Collection and Disposal |
| Ordinance 10-10, Adopted June 15, 2010 | Ordinance Repealing and Replacing Article 11 of Chapter 10 , Historic Preservation Ordinance, of the Hayward Municipal Code |
| Ordinance 10-10, Adopted June 15, 2010 | Correction to page 7 of Article 11 of Chapter 10 , Historic Preservation Ordinance, of the Hayward Municipal Code |
| Ordinance 10-12, Adopted October 19, 2010 | Ordinance Amending Chapter 5, by Adding Article 11 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Sanitation and Health to Prohibit the Use of Polystyrene Foam Disposable Food Service Ware and to Require Recyclable or Compostable Food Service Ware Within City Limits |
| Ordinance 10-13, Adopted October 26, 2010 | Ordinance Amending Section 5-6.02 (e) and Deleting Section 5-6.05 of Chapter 5, Article 6 of the Hayward Municipal Code Regarding the Use of Tobacco Products In or Around Public Places in the City of Hayward |
| Ordinance 10-19, Adopted November 16, 2010 | An Ordinance Amending Section 10-22.140 (d) Commercial Covered Projects Section of Ordinance 09-15 Green Building Requirements for Private Development |
| Ordinance 10-21, Adopted December 14, 2010 | An Ordinance Amending Article 4, Chapter 11 of the Hayward Municipal Code by Adding Section 11-4.29 Thereto Relating to Underground District no. 29 |
| Ordinance 10-22, Adopted December 14, 2010 | An Ordinance Amending Article 4, Chapter 11 of the Hayward Municipal Code by Adding Section 11-4.30 Thereto Relating to Underground District no. 30 |
2011 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ DATE ADOPTED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 11-01, Adopted January 18, 2011 | An Ordinance Proving Interim Relief from Certain Inclusionary Housing Provisions |
| Ordinance 11-03, Adopted March 22, 2011 | Ordinance Amending Article 1 of Chapter 4, Sections 4-1.02 Through 4-1.04 , of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Noise |
| Ordinance 11-05, Adopted May 31, 2011 | An Ordinance Providing for the Revision of the City of Hayward Municipal Code Chapter 2, Article 3: Board and Commissions and Article 4: Employees to Align the Code with the City Charter and to Reflect Changes to Federal and State Anti-Discrimination Law |
| Ordinance 11-12, Adopted October 11, 2011 | An Ordinance Amending the Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 10 , Article 1 of the Hayward Municipal Code, and Off-Street Parking Regulations, Chapter 10 , Article 2 of the Hayward Municipal Code, and Adding a new Article 24 "South Hayward BART/ |
| Ordinance 11-10, Adopted September 20, 2011 | An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Hayward Repealing Sections 2-3.70 Through 2-3.88 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to the Human Services Commission and Citizens Advisory Commission and Adding Sections 2-3.90 Through 2-3.93 Establishing the Community Services Commission |
| Ordinance 11-13, Adopted December 6, 2011 | An Ordinance Providing Interim Relief From Certain Inclusionary Housing Provisions |
2012 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ DATE ADOPTED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 12-03, Adopted July 17, 2012 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 11 , Article 3, Section 11-3.255 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Sewer System Connection Fees |
| Ordinance 12-04, Adopted September 25, 2012 | An Ordinance Establishing Policies Regarding the Fats, Oils and Grease (FOG) Receiving Station, and Establishing Fees for Disposal |
| Ordinance 12-06, Adopted November 13, 2012 | Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California, Adding Section 5-7.25 Regarding Unlawful Nuisance on Public Property to Article 7 of Chapter 5 of the Hayward Municipal Code |
| Ordinance 12-09, Adopted November 27, 2012 | Ordinance Amending Article 3 of Chapter 9 , Sections 9-3.101 Through 9-3.906, of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Building Abatement |
| Ordinance 12-10, Adopted November 27, 2012 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 11 , Article 3 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to the Collection of Delinquent Charges for Sewer Service |
| Ordinance 12-11, Adopted November 27, 2012 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 11 , Article 2 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Responsibility for Payment of Water Charges and the Collection of Delinquent Charges for Water Service |
2013 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ DATE ADOPTED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 13-01, Adopted January 22, 2013 | An Ordinance Providing Interim Relief From Certain Inclusionary Housing Provisions |
| Ordinance 13-06, Adopted May 21, 2013 | Ordinance Amending Hayward Municipal Code Sections 10-1.700 — 10-1.745 to Prohibit the Conversion of Senior-Only Mobile Home Parks to All Age Mobile Home Parks in the City's Mobile Home Park (MB) Zoning District |
| Ordinance 13-08, Adopted June 18, 2013 | Ordinance Amending Chapter 4, Article 3 of the City's Municipal Code, Relating to Card Club Regulations |
| Ordinance 13-09, Adopted November 5, 2013 | Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California, Adding Article 13 to Chapter 4 of the Hayward Municipal Code Regarding Food Sharing Events |
| Ordinance 13-10, Adopted November 5, 2013 | Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California, Adding Article 14 to Chapter 4 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Park Hours |
| Ordinance 13-11, Adopted November 19, 2013 | Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California, Adding Article 15 to Chapter 4 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Social Nuisances |
| Ordinance 13-12, Adopted November 19, 2013 | Ordinance Amending Chapter 10 , Article 1 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Alcoholic Beverage Outlets |
| Ordinance 13-13, Adopted November 19, 2013 | Ordinance Amending Hayward Municipal Code Section 10-1.3500 , Zoning Ordinance Definitions, to Conform to the City's Alcoholic Beverage Outlets Ordinance |
| Ordinance 13-14, Adopted November 19, 2013 | Ordinance Amending Hayward Municipal Code Sections 10-1.1520 et seq. and 10-1.1000 et seq., Regulating the City's Central City Commercial (CC-C) Subdistrict and General Commercial (CG) District, to Implement the Alcoholic Beverage Outlets Ordinance |
| Ordinance 13-15, Adopted November 19, 2013 | Ordinance Amending Chapter 6, Article 2 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Cabarets and Dances |
| Ordinance 13-16, Adopted December 3, 2013 | An Ordinance Amending Hayward Municipal Code Sections 10-1.1315(a) and 10-1.1.320(a) to Allow Health Clubs and Kennels as Permitted Uses in the Central Business (CB) Zoning District |
| Ordinance 13-17, Adopted December 17, 2013 | Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California Adding Article 16 to Chapter 4 of the Hayward Municipal Code Regarding Prohibition of Simulated Gambling Devices |
| Ordinance 13-18, Adopted December 17, 2013 | Ordinance Amending Hayward Municipal Code Section 10-1.3500 , Zoning Ordinance Definitions, Relating to Simulated Gambling Devices |
| Ordinance 13-19, Adopted December 17, 2013 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 11 , Article 3, Appendix "A" of the Hayward Municipal Code by Adopting the Revised Wastewater Discharge Regulations |
| Ordinance 13-20, Adopted December 17, 2013 | An Ordinance Establishing a Fire Prevention Code for the City of Hayward; Adopting the California Fire Code, 2013 Edition, Prescribing Regulations Governing Conditions Hazardous to Life and Property From Fire or Explosion; Providing for the Issuance of Permits and Collection of Fees; Providing for Penalties for Violation, and Repealing Ordinance No. 10-14, as Amended, and All Other Ordinances and Parts of Ordinances in Conflict Therewith |
| Ordinance 13-21, Adopted December 17, 2013 | An Ordinance Establishing a Building Code for the City of Hayward; Regulating the Construction, Alteration, Repair, and Maintenance of Structures; Providing For the Issuance of Permits and Collection of Fees; Repealing Ordinance No. 10-17, and All Amendments Thereto; and Repealing Article 22 of Chapter 10 of Hayward Municipal Code |
| Ordinance 13-22, Adopted December 17, 2013 | An Ordinance Establishing a Mechanical Code for the City of Hayward, Regulating the Alteration, Construction, Installation and Repair of Ventilating, Refrigeration, and Heat Producing Equipment (Mechanical Equipment); Providing for the Issuance of Permits and Collection of Fees and Prescribing Penalties for Violation of Said Mechanical Code; and Repealing Ordinance No. 10-20 and All Amendments Thereto |
| Ordinance 13-23, Adopted December 17, 2013 | An Ordinance to be Known and Designated as the Electrical Code of the City of Hayward; Regulating the Installation, Alteration, Repair, and Maintenance of Electrical Wiring, Electrical Fixtures, and Other Electrical Appliances and Equipment; Providing for the Issuance of Permits and Collection of Fees; and Repealing Ordinance No. 10-21 and All Amendments Thereto |
| Ordinance 13-25, Adopted December 17, 2013 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 11 , Article 2, of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Metered Service Charges Outside City |
2014 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ DATE ADOPTED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 14-03, Adopted January 28, 2014 | An Ordinance Reinstating the Energy Efficiency Provisions of the City of Hayward's Green Building Requirements for Private Developments |
| Ordinance 14-04, Adopted February 4, 2014 | An Ordinance Adding a New Article 25 Entitled "Mission Boulevard Corridor Form-Based Code" to Chapter 10 of the Hayward Municipal Code, Relating to the Adoption of the Mission Boulevard Corridor Specific Plan |
| Ordinance 14-06, Adopted February 4, 2014 | Ordinance Amending Hayward Municipal Code Section 10-1.3500 , Zoning Ordinance Definition's, Relating to Transitional and Supportive Housing |
| Ordinance 14-07, Adopted February 4, 2014 | Ordinance Amending Table 9 of Section 10-24.300 of the South Hayward BART/ |
| Ordinance 14-08, Adopted February 4, 2014 | Ordinance Amending Section 10-1.145 of the Hayward Municipal Code Regarding Reasonable Accommodation |
| Ordinance 14-11, Adopted April 15, 2014 | Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California Adding Article 17 to Chapter 4 of the Hayward Municipal Code Regarding Camping and Storage of Personal Property on City-Owned Property |
| Ordinance 14-12, Adopted May 13, 2014 | An Ordinance Repealing Section 10-3.1000 to Section 10-3.1060 of the City of Hayward Municipal Code and Adding Chapter 10 , Article 26 to the Hayward Municipal Code Regarding Mobile Home Park Closure or Change of Use |
| Ordinance 14-13, Adopted May 20, 2014 | Ordinance Repealing and Replacing Chapter 9 , Article 5, of the Hayward Municipal Code Regarding the Hayward Residential Rental Inspection Ordinance |
| Ordinance 14-16, Adopted July 1, 2014 | Adding Sections 10-1.2780 through 10-1.2797, Chapter 10 , Article 1 of the Hayward Municipal Code relating to Tobacco Retail Sales Establishments |
| Ordinance 14-17, Adopted July 1, 2014 | Ordinance Amending Hayward Municipal Code Section 10-1.1000 et seq., Regulating the City's General Commercial (CG) District, to Implement the Tobacco Retail Sales Ordinance |
| Ordinance 14-18, Adopted July 1, 2014 | Ordinance Amending Hayward Municipal Code Section 5-6.02 , Smoking and Pollution Control Definitions, to Conform to the Tobacco Retail Sales Ordinance |
| Ordinance 14-20, Adopted October 14, 2014 | Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California Amending Sections 4-7.09 , 4-7.11 and 4-7.13 of Article 7 of Chapter 4 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Alarms |
| Ordinance ME-14-01, Adopted June 3, 2014 | An Ordinance Adding Chapter 8, Article 19 of the Hayward Municipal Code Imposing a Transactions and Use (Sales) Tax to be Administered by the State Board of Equalization |
2015 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ DATE ADOPTED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 15-02, Adopted January 20, 2015 | An Ordinance Repealing Section 6-10.00 to Section 6-10.27 of the City of Hayward Municipal Code and Adding Chapter 6, Article 10 to the Hayward Municipal Code Regarding Massage Establishments |
| Ordinance 15-06, Adopted February 10, 2015 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward Amending Chapter 10 , Article 17, of the Hayward Municipal Code Regarding Affordable Housing Requirements for New Housing Developments |
| Ordinance 15-08, Adopted February 10, 2015 | An Ordinance Repealing Ordinance No. 13-24 and Associated Amendments to the 2013 California Plumbing Code and Establishing a Plumbing Code for the City of Hayward, Regulating the Construction, Alteration, Repair, and Maintenance of Plumbing; Providing for the Issuance of Permits and Collection of Fees |
| Ordinance 15-09, Adopted March 3, 2015 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 11 , Article 3, Section 11-3.255 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Sewer System Connection Fees |
| Ordinance 15-12, Adopted March 24, 2015 | Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California Adding Article 20 to Chapter 8 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Establishment of Community Benefit Districts |
| Ordinance 15-15, Adopted June 23, 2015 | Adding Section 10-1.2950 , Chapter 10 , Article 1 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Zoning Conformance Permit |
| Ordinance 15-16, Adopted July 7, 2015 | An Ordinance Amending the Residential Code for the City of Hayward to add Section R115, Establishing Expedited Permitting Procedures for Small Residential Rooftop Solar Systems, as Required by AB 2188 |
| Ordinance 15-17, Adopted July 14, 2015 | Ordinance Amending Chapter 10 , Article 7 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to the City's Sign Regulations |
| Ordinance 15-18, Adopted July 14, 2015 | Ordinance Amending Sign-Related Provisions in the South Hayward BART/ |
| Ordinance 15-19, Adopted July 14, 2015 | Ordinance Amending Sign-Related Provisions of the Mission Boulevard Corridor Form-Based Code |
| Ordinance 15-22, Adopted October 13, 2015 | Ordinance Amending Hayward Municipal Code Chapter 10 , Article 1, Zoning Ordinance, Related to Recycling Facilities for Redemption or Donation of Reusable Materials to Include Regulations for Unattended Collection Boxes |
| Ordinance 15-23, Adopted October 13, 2015 | Ordinance Amending Hayward Municipal Code Section 10-1.3510 et seq., Zoning Ordinance Uses and Activities Defined, Related to Unattended Collection Boxes |
| Ordinance 15-24, Adopted October 13, 2015 | Ordinance Amending Hayward Municipal Code Section 5-7.20 et seq., Public Nuisances, to Reference New Zoning Regulations Related to Unattended Collection Boxes |
| Ordinance 15-25, Adopted October 27, 2015 | Ordinance Repealing and Replacing Chapter 10 Article 12 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Landscape Requirements for New and Rehabilitated Development Projects |
| Ordinance 15-26, Adopted October 27, 2015 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 11 , Article 2, Section 11.2.46 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Dedicated Irrigation Service Meters |
| Ordinance 15-29, Adopted November 17, 2015 | An Ordinance Repealing Section 2-13.00 to Section 2-13.07 of the City of Hayward Municipal Code and Adding Chapter 2, Article 13 to the Hayward Municipal Code Regarding Campaign Contribution Practices for City Elective Offices and Ballot Measures |
| Ordinance 15-30, Adopted December 1, 2015 | An Ordinance Amending Hayward Municipal Code Chapter 10 , Section 10-1.2700 , General Regulations, of the Zoning Ordinance to Include New Standards Related to Vacant Property Fencing |
| Ordinance 15-31, Adopted December 1, 2015 | Ordinance Amending Hayward Municipal Code Chapter 10 , Section 10-1.3500 , Definitions, of the Zoning Ordinance to Include New Standards Related to Vacant Property Fencing |
| Ordinance 15-32, Adopted December 1, 2015 | Ordinance Amending Hayward Municipal Code Section 5-7.20 et seq., Public Nuisances, to Reference New Zoning Regulations Related to Vacant Property Fencing |
| Ordinance 15-33, Adopted December 15, 2015 | An Ordinance Adding Article 6 to Chapter 11 of the Hayward Municipal Code Regarding Recycled Water Use |
2016 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ DATE ADOPTED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 16-01, Adopted January 12, 2016 | An Ordinance Amending Hayward Building Code Section 105.3.1 (Relating to Restrictionson Issuance of Building Permits) and Section 105.5 (Relating to Time Limitations on Building Permit Expiration) |
| Ordinance 16-02, Adopted January 19, 2016 | Ordinance Amending Hayward Municipal Code Section 10-1.215: Single-Family Residential, to Revise the Permitted Use Table With Respect to Household Pets and Apiaries |
| Ordinance 16-03, Adopted January 19, 2016 | Ordinance Amending Hayward Municipal Code Section 10-1.315: Residential-Natural Preservation District, to Revise the Permitted Use Table With Respect to Household Pets and Apiaries |
| Ordinance 16-04, Adopted January 19, 2016 | An Ordinance Amending Hayward Municipal Code Section 10-1.2735.e: General Regulations, to Revise the Standards for the Keeping of Livestock and Household Pets, and to Include Additional Regulations for the Operation of Apiaries |
| Ordinance 16-05, Adopted January 19, 2016 | Ordinance Amending Hayward Municipal Code Section 10-1.3500 : Definitions, to Revise Definitions Relating to Household Pets, Livestock, and Apiaries |
| Ordinance 16-11, Adopted May 17, 2016 | An Ordinance Adding Article 27 to Chapter 10 of the Hayward Municipal Code Regarding The Mills Act Program |
| Ordinance 16-12, Adopted May 17, 2016 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 10 , Article 25 by amending the Hayward Mission Boulevard Corridor Specific Plan and Form-Based Code Thoroughfare Plan |
| Ordinance 16-14, Adopted June 14, 2016 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 10 , Article 1 by rezoning certain property |
| Ordinance 16-15, Adopted June 21, 2016 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 10 , Article 1 by rezoning certain property |
| Ordinance 16-16, Adopted July 5, 2016 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 10 , Article 1 by rezoning certain property |
| Ordinance 16-17, Adopted July 19, 2016 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 10 , Article 1 by rezoning certain property |
| Ordinance 16-18, Adopted July 19, 2016 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 10 , Article 1 by rezoning certain property |
| Charter Amendment of June 7, 2016 | An Initiative Charter Amendment to Amend Section 400, General Municipal Elections |
| Ordinance ME 16-01, Adopted June 7, 2016 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 2, Article 1, Section 2-1.15 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to the Terms of Office of City Council Members |
| Ordinance 16-20, Adopted September 20, 2016 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 8, Article 18, Section 8-18.260 of the Hayward Municipal Code for the Purpose of Extending the Utility Users Tax from June 30, 2019 to June 30, 2039, per the Approval of Measure by the Voters on June 7, 2016 |
| Ordinance 16-22, Adopted December 13, 2016 | An Ordinance Adding Chapter 9 , Article 1 of the Hayward Municipal Code Establishing a Building Code for the City of Hayward; Regulating the Construction, Alteration, Repair, and Maintenance of Structures; Providing for the Issuance of Permits and Collection of Fees; Renumbering Chapter 9 , Article 1, Building Along Watercourses, as Chapter 9 , Article 2; Repealing Chapter 9 , Article 2, Moving Structures; Repealing Chapter 10 , Article 23 , Indoor Water Use Efficiency Ordinance; Repealing Ordinances No. 13-21, 13-22, 13-23, 15-08, 15-16, 16-01, and All Amendments Thereto |
| Ordinance 16-23, Adopted December 13, 2016 | An Ordinance Adding Chapter 3, Article 14 of the Hayward Municipal Code Establishing a Fire Prevention Code for the City of Hayward; Adopting the California Fire Code, 2016 Edition, Prescribing Regulations Governing Conditions Hazardous to Life and Property from Fire or Explosion; Providing for the Issuance of Permits and Collection of Fees; Providing for Penalties for Violation, and Repealing Ordinance No. 13-20, as Amended, and all Other Ordinances and Parts of Ordinances in Conflict Therewith |
2017 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ DATE ADOPTED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 17-02, Adopted March 14, 2017 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California Adding Article 13 to Chapter 6 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Transportation Permits |
| Ordinance 17-03, Adopted May 2, 2017 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward Amending Chapter 5, Article 10, of the Hayward Municipal Code Regarding Construction and Demolition Debris Waste Reduction and Recycling Requirements |
| Ordinance 17-04, Adopted May 16, 2017 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 10 , Article 25 , Figure 4-1 of the Hayward Municipal Code by Rezoning Certain Property |
| Ordinance 17-07, Adopted June 6, 2017 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 11 , Article 2, Sections 11-2.00 and 11-2.47 of the Hayward Municipal Code Establishing Prohibitions on Wasteful Water Practices |
| Ordinance 17-09, Adopted June 20, 2017 | An Ordinance Amending Certain Hayward Municipal Code Sections of Chapter 1, Chapter 2, Chapter 3, Chapter 4, Chapter 5, Chapter 6, Chapter 7, Chapter 8, Chapter 9 , Chapter 10 , and Chapter 11 |
| Ordinance 17-10, Adopted July 11, 2017 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 10 , Article 6 of the Hayward Municipal Code to Establish a New Airport Overlay Zone Ordinance |
| Ordinance 17-11, Adopted July 18, 2017 | An Ordinance mandated by California Government Code Section 65850.7 (Assembly Bill 1236), amending Sections 9-1.01 and 9-1.02 of the Hayward Municipal Code to add Section 105.3.1.2 "Expedited Electric Vehicle Charging Station Permitting" |
| Ordinance 17-12, Adopted September 26, 2017 | An Ordinance amending Chapter 2, Article 3, Section 2-3.50 of the Hayward Municipal Code to increase the number of Library Commissioners from seven (7) to nine (9) |
| Ordinance 17-13, Adopted October 30, 2017 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California Adding Article 14 to Chapter 6 of the Hayward Municipal Code Regarding Commercial Cannabis Businesses |
| Ordinance 17-14, Adopted October 30, 2017 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California Amending Article 6 of Chapter 5 of the Hayward Municipal Code Regarding Smoking Pollution Control |
| Ordinance 17-15, Adopted November 28, 2017 | An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Hayward Enacting Comprehensive Regulations for Personal Cannabis Cultivation and Commercial Cannabis Land Uses Through the Amendment of Hayward Municipal Code, Chapter 10 , Article 1, Article 2, Article 24 , and Article 25 ; adds Section 10-1.3600 (Cannabis) to Chapter 10 , Article 1 |
| Ordinance 17-16, Adopted November 7, 2017 | An Ordinance Adding Section 10-1.2740 to Chapter 10 (Planning, Zoning, and Subdivisions) of the Hayward Municipal Code to Revise and Update Regulations Related to the Development of Accessory Dwelling Units |
| Ordinance 17-18, Adopted November 28, 2017 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 6, Article 2, Section 6-2.15 of the Hayward Municipal Code to Allow the Hayward Police Department to Accept Payment for Cabaret License Application Fees |
| Ordinance 17-19, Adopted November 28, 2017 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 5, Article 4, Section 5-4.10 of the Hayward Municipal Code Regulating the Construction, Repair, Reconstruction, Destruction or Abandonment of Wells |
| Ordinance 17-20, Adopted November 28, 2017 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 10 , Article 17, of the Hayward Municipal Code Regarding Affordable Housing Requirements for New Housing Developments |
| Ordinance 17-21, Adopted November 28, 2017 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 10 , Article 24 , Section 10-24.240 of the Hayward Municipal Code by Including Text with the Additional Provision of Allowing Density Averaging/ |
2018 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ DATE ADOPTED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 18-01, Adopted January 16, 2018 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 10 , Article 24 of the Hayward Municipal Code by Removing the New Thoroughfare Roadway Designation (Figures 1-2 and 1-3) from the South Hayward Bart/ |
| Ordinance 18-02, Adopted February 6, 2018 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 10 , Article 1, Sections 10-1.1900 (Air Terminal District) and 10-1.2700 (General Regulations) of the Hayward Municipal Code Related to Height for New Developments Located Within the Boundaries of the Hayward Executive Airport |
| Ordinance 18-03, Adopted March 20, 2018 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California Adding Article 21 to Chapter 8 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to a Commercial Cannabis Tax |
| Ordinance 18-05, Adopted May 22, 2018 | An Ordinance Adding Section 15 to Chapter 2, Article 13 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Electronic and Paperless Filing of the Fair Political Practices Commission Campaign Disclosure Statements |
| Ordinance 18-11, Adopted September 18, 2018 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 10 , Article 1, Sections 10-1.845.j (5) and (6); and 10-1.1045.j (5) and (6) (Minimum Design and Performance Standards) of the Hayward Municipal Code Related to Drive-Through Restaurants and Drive-Through Coffee/ |
| Ordinance ME 18-01, Adopted November 6, 2018 | An Ordinance Amending Section 8-6.05 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Real Property Transfer Tax |
2019 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ DATE ADOPTED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 19-01, Adopted January 15, 2019 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 7, Article 2 of the Hayward Municipal Code by Amending Sections 7-2.00 , 7-2.10 , and 7-2.15 and Adding Sections 7-2.46 and 7-2.47 to Establish a "Dig Once" Policy for Installing Underground Conduits |
| Ordinance 19-02, Adopted January 15, 2019 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 7 of the Hayward Municipal Code by Adding Article 4 to Establish Regulations for Wireless Communication Facilities in the Public Right-of-Way |
| Ordinance 19-06, Adopted March 26, 2019 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 10 , Article 1, Section 10-1.3603 (B) Related to a Proposed Modification of the Required Setbacks for Commercial Cannabis Businesses from Certain Sensitive Land Uses |
| Ordinance 19-07, Adopted March 26, 2019 | An Ordinance Amending Chapter 10 , Article 1, Section 10-1.3607 (C)(1) Related to Reduction of Overconcentration Buffer From 1,000 Feet to 500 Feet for Commercial Cannabis Retail Dispensaries |
| Ordinance 19-09, Adopted May 7, 2019 | An Ordinance of the Council of the City of Hayward Adopting the Downtown Development Code and Amending the City's Zoning Map to Incorporate all Proposed Downtown Hayward Regulating Plan Map Amendments Contained in Figure 2.1.020.1 of the Downtown Specific Plan and Code |
| Ordinance 19-10, Adopted June 4, 2019 | An Ordinance Amending the Zoning Map and Chapter 10 , Article 1 and Article 2 Related to a Comprehensive Update of the Industrial District Regulations (elimination of Section 10-1.1700 , Business Park District, and Section 10-1.1800 , Light Manufacturing, Planning/ |
| Ordinance 19-12, Adopted June 25, 2019 | An Ordinance Adding Chapter 12 Article 1 regarding the Residential Rent Stabilization and Tenant Protection Ordinance |
| Ordinance 19-14, Adopted July 2, 2019 | An Ordinance Adding Article 7 to Chapter 9 to Require Seismic Screening of Certain Residential Buildings |
| Ordinance 19-16, Adopted October 29, 2019 | An Ordinance Adding Article 29 to Chapter 10 Relating to Vacant Properties |
| Ordinance 19-20, Adopted December 3, 2019 | An Ordinance Establishing a Fire Prevention Code for the City of Hayward; Adopting the California Fire Code, 2019 Edition, Prescribing Regulations Governing Conditions Hazardous to Life and Property from Fire or Explosion; Providing for the Issuance of Permits and Collection of Fees; Providing for Penalties for Violation, and Repealing Ordinance No. 16-23, as Amended, and All Other Ordinances and Parts of Ordinances in Conflict Therewith |
| Ordinance 19-21, Adopted December 3, 2019 | An Ordinance Establishing a Building Code for the City of Hayward; Regulating the Construction, Alteration, Repair, and Maintenance of Structures; Providing for the Issuance of Permits and Collection of Fees; Repealing Chapter 9 Article 1, and All Amendments Thereto |
2020 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ DATE ADOPTED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 20-01 , Adopted January 21, 2020 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California amending Section 8-21.11 of Article 21 of Chapter 8 of the Hayward Municipal Code relating to increasing the commercial cannabis tax rate |
| Ordinance 20-02 , Adopted January 21, 2020 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward amending Chapter 10 , Article 16 of the Hayward Municipal Code regarding obligations for parks and recreation for property developers |
| Ordinance 20-03 , Adopted February 25, 2020 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California adding Article 15 to Chapter 6 of the Hayward Municipal Code relating to payment of minimum wages by employers |
| Ordinance 20-05 , Adopted March 24, 2020 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California amending Sections 9-1.01 and 9-1.02 of Article 1 of Chapter 9 of the Hayward Municipal Code relating to summary of local amendments and local amendments to Energy Code and Green Building Standards Code |
| Ordinance 20-08 , Adopted April 14, 2020 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California amending Sections 6-15.11 and 6-15.12 (b), (c) of Article 15 of Chapter 6 of the Hayward Municipal Code relating to payment of minimum wages by employers |
| Ordinance 20-12 , Adopted July 14, 2020 | An Ordinance amending the Hayward Zoning Map and Chapter 10 , Article 1 (Zoning Ordinance), Article 7 (Sign Regulations), Article 24 (South Hayward Bart/ |
| Ordinance 20-13 , Adopted July 14, 2020 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California amending Sections 10-1.2780 through 10-1.2795 of Article 1 of Chapter 10 of the Hayward Municipal Code relating to tobacco retail sales establishments |
| Ordinance 20-14 , Adopted July 21, 2020 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California amending Sections 12-1.04 , 12-1.05 , 12-1.07 (i), 12-1.09 , 12-1.12 , 12-1.13 , and 12-1.15 of Article 1 of Chapter 12 of the Hayward Municipal Code relating to residential rent stabilization and tenant protection |
| Ordinance 20-15 , Adopted July 21, 2020 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California added Sections 12-2.01 —12-2.14 of Article 2 of Chapter 12 of the Hayward Municipal Code relating to tenant relocation assistance |
| Amendment on November 3, 2020 | Charter amendment to Section 900 relating to eliminating the requirement for U.S. citizenship as a criterion for service on the Council's appointed boards, commissions, committees, task forces and similar advisory bodies; Charter amendments to Sections 500, 501, 601, 602, 604, 605, 700—703, 705, 803—806, 808, 904, 905, 907, 1500 relating to elimination of gender-specific pronouns and their replacement with non-gender specific titles |
| Ordinance ME 20-01 , Adopted November 3, 2020 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California amending Section 8-4.20 relating to transient occupancy tax |
2021 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ DATE ADOPTED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 21-04 , adopted July 20, 2021 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California amending Article 14 of Chapter 6 regarding commercial cannabis businesses |
| Ordinance 21-05 , adopted July 20, 2021 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California amending Chapter 10 regulations for personal cannabis cultivation and commercial cannabis land uses |
2022 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ DATE ADOPTED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance No. 22-01 , adopted April 5, 2022 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California amending Chapter 4, Article 15 of the Hayward Municipal Code relating to social nuisance by specifically including fireworks |
| Ordinance No. 22-02 , adopted April 5, 2022 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California amending Chapter 3, Article 3 of the Hayward Municipal Code relating to fireworks by specifically identifying property owners accountable for fireworks |
| Ordinance No. 22-04 , adopted April 26, 2022 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California amending Article 4, Chapter 10 of the Hayward Municipal Code by amending Section 10-4.56 related to precise plan lines for Rockaway Lane from "A" Street to Russell Way |
| Ordinance 22-05 , adopted May 24, 2022 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward adding Article 30 to Chapter 10 of the Hayward Municipal Code regarding traffic impact fees for property developers |
| Ordinance 22-06 , adopted July 5, 2022 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California, adding Article 15 to Chapter 3 of the Hayward Municipal Code relating to the use of military equipment by law enforcement |
| Ordinance 22-09 , adopted November 15, 2022 | An ordinance establishing a Building Code for the City of Hayward; regulating the construction, alteration, repair, and maintenance of structures; providing for the issuance of permits and collection of fees; repealing Chapter 9 , Article 1, and all amendments thereto |
| Ordinance 22-10 , adopted November 15, 2022 | An ordinance establishing a Fire Prevention Code for the City of Hayward; adopting the California Fire Code, 2022 Edition, prescribing regulations governing conditions hazardous to life and property from fire or explosion; providing for the issuance of permits and collection of fees; providing for penalties for violation, and repealing Ordinance 19-20, as amended, and all other ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict therewith |
| Ordinance 22-11 , adopted November 15, 2022 | An ordinance establishing Reach Codes for the City of Hayward; repealing Ordinance 20-05; adopting Chapter 9 , Article 8 of the Hayward Municipal Code to amend Part 11 (California Green Building Standards Code) of the California Building Standards Code (Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations); and amending the City's off-street parking regulations ( Chapter 10 , Article 2) of the Hayward Municipal Code |
2023 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ DATE ADOPTED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 23-01 , adopted January 17, 2023 | An Ordinance amending Chapter 10 , Article 17 (Affordable Housing Ordinance) and Article 19 (Density Bonus Ordinance) of the Hayward Municipal Code related to an update of the Density Bonus Ordinance |
| Ordinance 23-02 , adopted March 7, 2023 | An Ordinance amending Article 14, Chapter 6 of the Hayward Municipal Code regarding commercial cannabis businesses by amending Section 6-14.13 (d) relating to commercial cannabis permit application, amending Section 6-14.14 relating to operating and performance standards and adding Section 6-14.18 relating to enforcement |
| Ordinance 23-03, adopted March 28, 2023 | An Ordinance amending Chapter 10 , Article 1, Section 10-1.2750 (Alcoholic Beverage Outlets) of the Hayward Municipal Code to update the regulations governing alcoholic beverage outlets throughout the City |
| Ordinance 23-04 , adopted April 11, 2023 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward amending Chapter 10 , Article 17, of the Hayward Municipal Code regarding affordable housing requirements for new housing developments |
| Ordinance 23-05 , adopted April 18, 2023 | An Ordinance amending the Stormwater Management and Urban Runoff Control Ordinance ( Chapter 11 , Article 5 of the Hayward Municipal Code) in response to the Municipal Regional Permit (MRP 3.0) |
| Ordinance 23-06 , adopted June 20, 2023 | An Ordinance establishing reach codes for the City of Hayward; adopting Chapter 9 , Article 8 of the Hayward Municipal Code to amend Part 11 (California Green Building Standards Code) of the California Building Standards Code (Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations); and amending the city's off-street parking regulations ( Chapter 10 , Article 2) of the Hayward Municipal Code |
| Ordinance 23-07 , adopted June 27, 2023 | Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California amending Chapter 5, Article 7 of the Hayward Municipal Code regarding community preservation by amending Section 5-7.00 relating to findings and purpose, amending Section 5-7.10 relating to definitions, amending Section 5-7.20 relating to public nuisance, amending Section 5-7.30 relating to administrative citations and adding Section 5-7.140 relating to cumulative remedies |
| Ordinance 23-08 , adopted October 17, 2023 | An Ordinance amending the Municipal Code and Traffic Code: Section 3-5.13 , adding Section 3-5.14 , amending Section 4-10.03 , repealing Section 6-2.01 , adding Chapter 6, Article 16, Sidewalk Vendors, amending Sections 8-1.02 , 8-1.84 , amending Section 10-1.2735 |
| Ordinance 23-09 , adopted December 12, 2023 | An Ordinance amending Chapter 4, Article 12 regarding spectators at illegal speed contests and exhibitions of speed |
2024 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ DATE ADOPTED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 24-01 , adopted January 23, 2024 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California amending the Zoning Map and Chapter 10 , Article 1 (Zoning Ordinance], Article 2 (Off-Street Parking Regulations], Article 24 (Mission Boulevard Code] and Article 28 (Downtown Development Code] of the Hayward Municipal Code Associated with the Hayward Residential Design Study |
| Ordinance 24-04 , adopted April 2, 2024 | An Ordinance amending the Zoning Map and Chapter 10 , Article 1 (Zoning Ordinance) of the Hayward Municipal Code to establish an affordable Housing Overlay District to allow ministerial design review of new residential development subject to minimum affordability criteria and to rezone three properties subject to the Overlay District |
| Ordinance 24-05 , adopted May 21, 2024 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California adding Article 22, Chapter 8 of the Hayward Municipal Code regarding Water and Wastewater Enterprise Revenue Bond Law |
| Ordinance 24-06 , adopted June 25, 2024 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward amending Chapter 6, Article 16 of the Hayward Municipal Code related to regulations for sidewalk vending by amending Sections 6-16.70 and 6-16.80 and adding 6-16.90 |
| Ordinnce 24-07 , adopted October 8, 2024 | An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Hayward adding Article 16 to Chapter 2 of the Hayward Municipal Code, establishing district-based City Council elections; and finding that the action is exempt from CEQA review |
| Ordinance ME 24-01 , adopted December 10, 2024 | An Ordinance of the people of the City of Hayward extending the transactions and use (sales) tax for 20 years through 2054, to be administered by the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration |
| 24-08 , adopted December 17, 2024 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California amending Chapter 12 , Article 2 of the Hayward Municipal Code relating to tenant relocation assistance |
2025 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ DATE ADOPTED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 25-01 , adopted January 21, 2025 | An Ordinance amending Reach Codes for the City of Hayward by amending the City's Off-Street Parking Regulations ( Chapter 10 , Article 2) of the Hayward Municipal Code |
| Ordinance 25-02 , adopted January 21, 2025 | An Ordinance amending Chapter 10 , Article 1 (Zoning Ordinance), Article 2 (Off-Street Parking Regulations), Article 24 (Mission Boulevard Code) and Article 28 (Downtown Development Code) of the Hayward Municipal Code Associated with Implementation of the 2023-2031 Hayward Housing Element |
| Ordinance 25-03 , adopted March 18, 2025 | An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Hayward amending Sections 2-3.90 , et seq., of the Hayward Municipal Code, Relating to the Community Services Commission; and finding that the Action is exempt from CEQA Review |
| Ordinance 25-04 , adopted May 27, 2025 | An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Hayward amending the Hayward Municipal Code to add Article 9 of Chapter 9 (Building Regulations) to Establish Universal Residential Design and Visitability Standards for the City of Hayward |
| Ordinance 25-06 , adopted June 3, 2025 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California adding Article 16 to Chapter 3 of the Hayward Municipal Code Relating to Fire Hazard Severity Zones |
| Ordinance 25-07 , adopted June 17, 2025 | An Ordinance amending Chapter 10 , Article 1, Sections 10-1.845 (Minimum Design and Performance Standards), 10-1.1952 (AT-C Uses Permitted) and 10-1.1953 (AT-C Conditionally Permitted Uses) of the Hayward Municipal Code updating the Regulations Governing Restaurants and Coffee Shops with Drive-Through Facilities on Properties Located Within the (AT-C) Air Terminal - Commercial Zoning District |
| Ordinance 25-08 , adopted June 24, 2025 | An Ordinance amending Reach Codes for the City of Hayward by Amending the City's Off-Street Parking Regulations ( Chapter 10 , Article 2); and Amending the Building Code of the City of Hayward ( Chapter 9 , Article 1) of the Hayward Municipal Code |
| Ordinance 25-09 , adopted September 2, 2025 | An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Hayward amending Article 15 (Tree Preservation Ordinance) of Chapter 10 (Planning, Zoning and Subdivisions) regarding regulatory guidelines for the designation, removal and mitigation of protected trees in the City of Hayward |
| Ordinance 25-11 , adopted November 18, 2025 | An ordinance of the City of Hayward amending Chapter 7, Article 2 (Streets) clarifying the duty to maintain and repair sidewalks |
| Ordinance 25-12 , adopted December 2, 2025 | An Ordinance amending Reach Codes for the City of Hayward by amending the City's Off-Street Parking Regulations ( Chapter 10 , Article 2); and amending the Building Code of the City of Hayward ( Chapter 9 , Article 1) of the Hayward Municipal Code |
| Ordinance 25-13 , adopted December 2, 2025 | An Ordinance establishing a Building Code for the City of Hayward; regulating the construction, alteration, repair, and maintenance of structures; providing for the issuance of permits and collection of fees; repealing Chapter 9 Article 1, and all amendments thereto |
| Ordinance 25-14 , adopted December 2, 2025 | An Ordinance establishing a Fire Prevention Code for the City of Hayward; adopting the California Fire Code, 2025 Edition, prescribing regulations governing conditions hazardous to life and property from fire or explosion; providing for the issuance of permits and collection of fees; providing for penalties for violation, and repealing Ordinance No. 22-10, as amended, and all other ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict therewith |
| Ordinance 25-15 , adopted December 2, 2025 | An Ordinance establishing a Wildland-Urban Interface Code for the City of Hayward; adopting the 2025 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, Title 24, Part 7, prescribing regulations governing the establishment of minimum special regulations for the safeguarding of life and property from the intrusion of fire from wildland fire exposures and fire exposures from adjacent structures and to prevent structure fires from spreading to wildland fuels, even in the absence of fire department intervention, repeal Resolution No. 93-037 and repealing all other parts of ordinances in conflict therewith |
2026 MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGES
| ORDINANCE NO./ DATE ADOPTED | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Ordinance 26-01 , adopted January 20, 2026 | An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Hayward amending Sections 2-13.02 , 2-13.04 and 2-13.06 of Article 13, Chapter 2 of the Hayward Municipal Code relating to revised voluntary campaign expenditure and contribution limits |
| Ordinance 26-03 , adopted February 17, 2026 | An Ordinance of the City of Hayward, California amending Chapter 12 , Article 1 of the Hayward Municipal Code relating to residential rent stabilization and tenant protection |
| Ordinance 26-04 , adopted February 24, 2026 | An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Hayward amending Sections 8-18.20 to 8-18.40 , 8-18.120 to 8-18.170 , and 8-18.190 to 8-18.200 of Article 18, Chapter 8 of the Hayward Municipal Code relating to the utility users tax |
| Ordinance 26-05 , adopted May 5, 2026 | An ordinance of the City Council of the City of Hayward amending Chapter 6, Article 10 of the Hayward Municipal Code relating to massage permits |
| Ordinance 26-06 , adopted May 5, 2026 | An ordinance amending the Zoning Map and Chapter 10 , Article 1 (Zoning Ordinance), Article 2 (Off-Street Parking Regulations), Article 24 (Mission Boulevard Code) and Article 28 (Downtown Development Code) of the Hayward Municipal Code associated with the Business-Friendly Hayward Project |
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