Madera Commercial Buildings Face New Exterior Paint Color Standards

MADERA — CALIFORNIA58 LOCAL REPORT. Madera has put new exterior building-color standards into effect for the city’s commercial zoning districts. The rules were adopted through Ordinance No. 1021 C.S. and Resolution No. 26-84, according to the city’s August 17, 2026 announcement.

What residents should know

The standards apply when a commercial building is newly constructed, added to, reconstructed following a major event or repainted. The city says property owners do not have to repaint an otherwise unchanged existing building solely because its current color is outside the new palette.

Base façade colors should be low-reflectance and generally neutral or earth-toned. Brighter accent and trim colors are permitted on up to 10% of the façade, while high-intensity or fluorescent finishes are prohibited under the adopted rules.

Applicants must submit an Exterior Color Application to the Planning Department; the city says there is no fee for the form. Denials can be appealed through prescribed steps, including an initial appeal to the Planning Commission within 15 days.

Building owners, commercial tenants, designers and contractors should check the complete palette and review standards before ordering materials. The Planning Department lists 559-661-5430 for questions.

Primary source: City of Madera official document or event program. Check future decisions and schedules with the issuing city department.

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