PDS Director Interpretations

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Palo Alto Municipal Code Section 18.01.025 conveys authority to the Director of Planning and Development Services to interpret planning and land use provisions of Title 16, 18, and 21. When warranted, a formal written determination may be prepared and shared with the public by posting on the City’s website. Written decisions shall be effective fourteen days following posting unless appealed to the City Council in accordance with PAMC 18.77.070.

More about appeal of Director's decision

Determinations Issued: 

Relocation of Noncomplying Residential Gross Floor Area Under PAMC Chapter 18.70(PDF, 364KB)
Date Issued: May 8, 2025
Appeal Deadline: May 22, 2025

Seismic Rehabilitation and Floor Area Bonuses(PDF, 439KB)
Date Issued: June 29, 2020
Appeal Deadline: July 13, 2020 (5:30PM)
This interpretation is no longer valid; City Council authorized for only one year. 

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