75A - PH - UNDERGROUND UNTILITY INSTALLATIONS

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percent for residential (one - family or two - family /duplex) structures. The proposed increase will help property owners streamline the permitting process without creating additional requirements or approvals. No changes will take place regarding the 25 percent threshold for multi - family and non - residential structures. Moreover, the amendment would clarify that the provisions requiring undergrounding of utility cables do not apply when a second /accessory dwelling unit is being constructed. The New state law has provided a framework of requirements to make accessory dwelling units more affordable and accessible to property owners. The proposed modifications will allow property owners the opportunity to construct an accessory dwelling unit without the concern of providing underground utilities. E. The City Council has held a noticed public hearing on this Ordinance and has considered all testimony presented thereto. THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: Section 2: In order to implement a regulatory framework that both protects the health, safety, and welfare of the city and limits undue strain on homeowners, business operators and developers, Section 41 -626 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code is hereby amended such that it reads as follows: Sec. 41 -626. - Underground utility installations. (a) similar service wires or cables which provide direct service to the property being antenna television shall be installed to utility specifications by the electrical permit holder prior to inspection of electrical conduit. (1) When any property is developed with a new or relocated building or structure. (2) (3) i xsept- as -athen tse pr- Wiled- fer-in- subseetians (b} f�j (d} and (e}e# tktis sesto when +ever-a ny -pr9perty4s-- 4e*eGi39d- w1th - -new- ar-reio ree-s 75A -9 Ordinance No. NS -XXX Page 2 of 5