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Reno adopts accessory dwelling unit ordinance amid short‑term rental concerns
Summary
Council adopted ordinance 6727 to allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs) with standards including lot-size and design rules. Council members and public commenters discussed whether those units should be allowed as short‑term rentals; council adopted the ordinance and directed staff to monitor short‑term rental issues going forward.
The Reno City Council adopted ordinance 6727 on Oct. 8, 2025, updating the land‑use code to allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs) with new design, parking and minimum‑lot provisions.
The council vote followed months of drafting, public outreach and a planning commission review. The ordinance sets standards for ADU placement and parking and defines allowed uses; it also sparked a broader debate about short‑term rentals (STRs) and enforcement capacity that several council members said they want staff to track closely.
The ordinance (TXT24‑00002) revises…
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