Zoning Overlays & Bonuses in Fresno County, CA (2026)

1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 2 cities in Fresno County, California.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Fresno County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.

Density Bonus Law

Fresno County grants density bonuses up to 50 percent above the General Plan maximum for housing developments that set aside units for low, very-low, or moderate-income households, seniors, or homeless residents. The project must have at least five dwelling units and the developer must sign a recorded density bonus agreement with the County.

Fresno County Density Bonus for Affordable Housing

Some Restrictions

Fresno County Zoning Ordinance §§ 824.3.020, 824.3.030

In order to be eligible for a density bonus... a proposed housing development shall comply with the following requirements... 1. 10 percent of the total number of proposed units are for lower income households, as defined in Health and Safety Code Section 50079.5; 2. Five percent of the total number of proposed units are for very low-income households, as defined in Health and Safety Code Secti...

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Zoning Overlays & Bonuses by City in Fresno County

2 cities in Fresno County have their own zoning overlays & bonuses rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.

FresnoPop. 542,107

2 verified rules • Density Bonus Law, Downtown Design Guide

ClovisPop. 120,124

1 verified rule • Density Bonus Law

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