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Commission approves accessory dwelling at Ventana View; neighbors cite concerns about short-term rentals
Summary
The commission approved SU25-017 for an accessory dwelling (casita) at 5049 Ventana View Road. Applicant said the structure will serve family and occasional retreats; neighbors opposed citing potential vacation-rental impacts. Vote was unanimous, 7–0.
The Dona Ana Planning and Zoning Commission approved Special Use Permit SU25-017 to allow an accessory dwelling at 5049 Ventana View Road in the Tallahassee subdivision. Staff presented the request and recommended approval, describing the lot as a 2.5-acre parcel in the R5L zoning district and stating that the accessory dwelling’s heated area would be within county limits. Christopher Valencia, county planner, summarized that notices were mailed and that staff found no negative reviews from flood, fire or road engineering reviewers;…
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