Milpitas General Plan Update

The City of Milpitas is undertaking a comprehensive update to its Zoning Ordinance to modernize regulations, incorporate land use planning best practices, and ensure alignment with current city policies and state and federal laws. This project involves the creation of a new Title XIII for Zoning within the Milpitas Municipal Code, the repeal of the existing Zoning Ordinance in Title XI, and necessary amendments to the Milpitas 2040 General Plan and the city zoning map for consistency. The effort is categorized under NAICS code 541620 and is managed by the City of Milpitas Planning Department. Environmental compliance has been a primary focus, with the project utilizing an Addendum to the Final Environmental Impact Report for the Milpitas 2040 General Plan to satisfy California Environmental Quality Act requirements. This process included a detailed environmental analysis covering air quality, biological resources, greenhouse gas emissions, and transportation. Additionally, the city has engaged in consultation regarding Tribal Cultural Resources under Senate Bill 18 to determine potential impacts on affected areas, confirming that the proposed zoning changes do not involve ground-disturbing activities. The project's administrative progress is marked by a Notice of Determination approved on September 2, 2025, and the filing of associated environmental fees.