Council tables ADU code changes but approves state‑mandated impact fee referral

Council reviewed an amendment to §153.172 of the municipal code to align local accessory dwelling unit (ADU) rules with state law. City staff explained the change is intended to implement recent state updates and said the new language limits how setback requirements can be used to prohibit ADU construction. Several council members expressed concern that the current draft could be interpreted to eliminate setback enforcement and requested the state text and a true redline comparison before moving forward. One council member moved to table the amendment pending clearer language and a state citation, and the motion passed.