Draft rule would require principal building before accessory uses except when built simultaneously

Apr 30, 2026

The packet would add a supplemental regulation (Section 18.100.135) stating no accessory building, ADU, accessory use, or conditional use may be permitted until the principal building or use has been established, unless both are erected simultaneously. The hearing officer recommended the entire package to Council for readings.

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One of the proposed supplemental regulations would require that a principal building or principal use be established before permitting any accessory building, ADU, accessory use, or conditional use, unless the principal and accessory elements are being established at the same time. Hearing Officer Doctor Jim Johnson read the proposed language during the packet review and noted it is intended to clarify sequencing of development and prevent standalone accessory uses without a principal use on the same parcel.

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