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City discusses new state rule on ADUs; staff warns local restrictions could conflict with statute
Summary
City staff and board members discussed an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) ordinance drafted to reflect new state law. The city attorney and other staff warned that adding restrictions more onerous than state law could create legal conflicts and noted a statutory clause that may void local restrictions after Jan. 1, 2026.
Board members discussed Aug. 12 a proposed ordinance to implement state law on accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and how to avoid legal conflicts with the statute. City planning staff said the ordinance language follows state law and includes provisions intended to prevent the construction of an ADU before a primary single‑family dwelling exists unless the director of planning approves temporary use during construction. "Under permitted uses, we said…
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