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Zoning Overlays & Bonuses in Cupertino, CA (2026)

1 verified zoning overlays & bonuses rules for Cupertino, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

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Density Bonus Law

Cupertino's density bonus ordinance implements the State Density Bonus Law by granting extra units to housing developments that set aside affordable units. A project with a net increase of at least five units can earn a bonus of up to 35 to 50 percent depending on the affordability mix.

Cupertino Density Bonus Ordinance

Some Restrictions

Cupertino Municipal Code §§ 19.56.010, 19.56.020, 19.56.030(B)

19.56.010 Purpose. The density bonus ordinance codified in this chapter is intended to comply with the State Density Bonus Law, Government Code Section 65915, which provides that a local agency shall adopt an ordinance specifying how the agency will comply with that section. ... 19.56.020 Eligibility for Density Bonus. Housing developments resulting in a net increase of at least five units (exc...

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Zoning Overlays & Bonuses in Santa Clara County