Determination of consistency

Streamlined Ministerial Approval Process Guidelines (final updated) · 2026 edition · updated 2026-09-22 · California

(1) When determining consistency with objective zoning, subdivision, or design review standards, the local government shall only use those standards that meet the definition referenced in Section 102(q). For example, design review standards that require subjective decision-making, such as consistency with “neighborhood character,” shall not be applied as an objective standard unless “neighborhood character” is defined in such a manner that is non-discretionary.

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