Hanford, CA Zoning Overlays & Bonuses: Density Bonus Law (2026)

The purpose and intent of this section is to implement Chapter 4.3 Density Bonuses and Other Incentives, Section 65915, et seq., of the California Government Code, as amended, for the development of affordable housing and senior housing developments, which are incorporated herein by this reference.

B. This section shall apply to residential projects providing moderate, low and very low income housing and/or senior housing developments pursuant to the provisions and definitions of Chapter 4.3, Section 65915, et seq., of the California Government Code, as amended. Should provisions of this chapter conflict with state law, the latter shall control.

C. Projects which meet the requirements set forth in this section shall qualify for a density bonus and an applicable number of concessions or incentives unless the City Council adopts a written finding, based upon substantial evidence that any one of the following exists:

1. The concession or incentive is not required to provide for affordable housing costs, as defined in Health and Safety Code Section 50052.5, or for rents for the targeted units to be set at the required affordable levels, as specified in Government Code Section 65915(c); or 2.