Council rejects accessory dwelling unit ordinance after split vote

Sep 22, 2026

The Rolling Meadows City Council voted 1–3 to reject Ordinance No. 26-43, a second-reading measure that would have established standards for accessory dwelling units, after residents gave mixed testimony and an alderperson said existing code already allows in-law additions.

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The Rolling Meadows City Council rejected Ordinance No. 26-43, which would have authorized and established standards for accessory dwelling units (ADUs), on a 1–3 roll-call vote at its Sept. 22 meeting.

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