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Zoning Overlays & Bonuses in Simi Valley, CA (2026)

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

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Density Bonus Law

Simi Valley grants a density bonus to any Housing Development that sets aside affordable units, starting at a 20% unit increase for a 5% very low-income or 10% low-income set-aside, up to a 35% maximum bonus, under Development Code Section 9-31.020(A). Developers can also request zoning concessions and standard waivers.

Simi Valley Density Bonus for Affordable Housing

Some Restrictions

Simi Valley Municipal Code § 9-31.020(A)

A.Granting of density bonus.1.Density Bonus. When a developer agrees to build a Housing Development, the City shall grant a density bonus based upon the following table: Density Bonus Income Category Min. percent of affordable units Bonus to be granted Additional bonus for each 1% increase in affordable units above the minimum Total maximum bonus Very Low-Income 5% 20% 2.5% 35% Low-Income 10% 2...

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