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Smithville holds public hearing on proposed accessory dwelling unit ordinance; commissioners discuss scope and standards
Summary
Smithville's Planning and Zoning Commission opened a public hearing on a proposed accessory dwelling unit ordinance and heard public support and detailed staff explanations of a draft ordinance that will be redistributed across code sections for a future final hearing.
The Smithville Planning and Zoning Commission opened a public hearing on a proposed accessory dwelling unit (ADU) ordinance and heard support from residents Bill and Jamie Talley.
Bill and Jamie Talley, who stated their address as 801 Northeast 948 Terrace, told the commission they support ADUs because the Talleys plan to live in an ADU on their 40-acre property and build the primary dwelling. "We're basically here because we're in favor of the ADU," Jamie Talley said during public comment.
Staff told the commission Will drafted an ordinance that consolidates discussion items from prior informational meetings. Jack, a city staff member, explained the draft is meant to capture every option and that much of the final…
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