Ross v. City of Yorba Linda

Opinion

SILLS, P. J.—

I

Introduction

The Ross family owns a 1.117-acre lot in Yorba Linda which is virtually surrounded by parcels of lesser size. At present, the property is zoned to allow only one dwelling per acre. If, however, the lot were rezoned to the zoning category to which most of the surrounding lots conform, the Rosses could build another house on the property. The Rosses got initial approval for rezoning from the planning commission, but the city council turned them down after neighbors voiced opposition. The Rosses then filed this lawsuit, based on, among other things,…