Council holds first reading on code change aligning accessory-structure setbacks with state building code

Jun 16, 2025

The council held first reading of Ordinance 19-06 to amend development code chapters addressing accessory dwelling setbacks and eaves. Staff said the change aligns zoning setbacks with building-code allowances; first reading passed with council questions about sheds, eaves, chicken coops and fire protection.

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The Dallas City Council held a first reading on June 16 of Ordinance 19-06, amending chapters 2.2 and 3.6 of the Dallas development code to align accessory-structure setbacks with state building-code requirements.

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