Council approves PH1B: Introduction of Inclusionary Housing Ordinance Amendment (ZOA2026-0002), 3–1

Consent Calendar Items C1-C7

5 yes, 0 no

PH1A: Notice of Exemption for Inclusionary Housing Ordinance Amendment (ENV2026-0020)

5 yes, 0 no

PH1B: Introduction of Inclusionary Housing Ordinance Amendment (ZOA2026-0002)

3 yes, 1 no

D1: Continuing Disclosure Policy

5 yes, 0 no

Minutes of the October 13, 2026, Regular Meeting of the City Council

5 yes, 0 no

Agreement for Legal Services - Third Amendment

5 yes, 0 no

Zone Rocklin Comprehensive Zoning Amendment / General Development Plan Amendment and Zoning Ordinance and Map Amendments

Citywide

The final ordinances adopting Rocklin's new zoning code and repealing 72 old development plans were adopted on the consent calendar.

approved (5-0) · still approved

Whitney Ranch Retail Access Road Parcel A (DL2024-0001)

Whitney Ranch, Rocklin, CA

The city accepted easement deeds and declared the Whitney Ranch retail access road improvements complete.

approved (5-0) · still approved

Sierra Pine Park Public Improvements (SD2016-0005)

Sierra Pine Park, Rocklin, CA

Modifications to the Sierra Pine Park public improvements were approved on consent.

approved (5-0) · still approved

Hazardous Fallen Oak Tree on Capistrano/Mountain View Hillside

A resident flagged a large fallen oak on a steep slope above homes on Capistrano Way. The city's system closed his report because the tree sits more than 100 feet from the property line — he asked the council to look again given El Niño slide risk.

What it means: Homeowners below the slope would be safer if the hazard is addressed.

Zone Rocklin Comprehensive Zoning Update

Rocklin swapped out its 1977-era zoning code for a modern one, clearing 72 old General Development Plans into the new framework. Existing approvals and vested rights stay intact, but the rules developers and neighbors use day-to-day just got simpler.

What it means: Homeowners, builders and anyone navigating Rocklin's zoning now have one modern, consistent rulebook instead of layered old plans.

Continuing Disclosure Policy for Municipal Debt

The city formalized how it reports its financial condition to bond investors after issuing debt. It's mostly codifying what staff already does — boosting transparency and the city's triple-A-grade credibility.

What it means: Taxpayers benefit from lower borrowing risk and a city that stays transparent with the bond market.

Inclusionary Housing Requirements Amendment

New housing developments will have to set aside 5% of units at the low-income level instead of choosing among 15%/10%/5% options. In-lieu fee payments are now due when each building permit is issued.

What it means: Low-income households gain a clearer, more consistent pipeline of affordable units in new Rocklin developments.

Municipal Debt and Financing Education

The city's municipal advisor gave a Bonds 101 refresher — market volatility, bond types, and what a future fire station or facility financing might look like. Rocklin carries very little bond debt and holds a rare triple-A rating.

What it means: No decision tonight — but if the city borrows for future projects, tax-exempt lease revenue bonds at roughly 4-4.5% would likely be the tool.