Poolesville commissioners press staff for ADU water-allocation plan as state rules take effect

Sep 22, 2026

Commissioners spent the bulk of the Sept. 21 meeting discussing proposed changes to accessory dwelling unit rules required by state law, focusing on how ADUs will be treated for water allocation and whether the town should adopt a 75% allocation guideline. The planning commission will continue the allocation review.

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Town staff outlined proposed amendments to the town code that would bring accessory dwelling units (ADUs) into compliance with recent state law and specify how ADUs are defined and regulated.

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