Resident urges change to occupancy rule for 55+ developments

May 14, 2026

A resident asked council to revisit a zoning provision (chapter 175, E3) that limits occupants in 55-and-over developments, suggesting increasing the allowed number of adults to four to accommodate caretaking families; council asked staff to verify HOA rules and ordinance wording.

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During the ordinance public-comment period a resident raised concerns about a zoning provision in Chapter 175 that governs occupancy in 55-and-over residential areas. The speaker described personal circumstances — caring for two elderly parents — and urged the council to consider allowing up to four adult occupants so families can remain together in senior communities.

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