Ripton reviews zoning map changes to encourage housing; ADUs remain by-right

Jun 9, 2026

The commission reviewed Article 2 (Maps and Table 1) of the Unified Development By-Law with an aim to support more housing while proceeding cautiously; commissioners noted ADUs are now a by-right use and that minor subdivisions no longer require hearings (permit from the Zoning Administrator).

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At its June 9 meeting the Ripton Planning Commission took up a continued review of Article 2 (Maps and Table 1) of the town's Unified Development By-Law (UDB), reiterating a local interest in creating more housing "slowly and carefully." Commissioners agreed to try to finalize map and Table 1 changes at the July 14, 2026 meeting.

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