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Topics getting the most attention in Sunnyvale public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.

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Lower Density Residential Design Standards

New objective rules replacing the 2003 Single-Family Home Design Techniques will govern how single-family and two-family homes look citywide — covering neighborhood context, materials, exceptions, and architectural styles. Commissioners gave feedback ahead of an April 27 hearing.

9 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 27, 2026

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Citywide residential off-street parking requirements overhaul

The council updated 40-year-old residential permit parking rules so new zones can be created by resolution instead of a slower ordinance process, with permit details tailored to each neighborhood.

4 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 26, 2026