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Council adopts zoning code amendments, updates ADU rules to comply with state law

5425467 · June 18, 2025
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Summary

The City Council adopted amendments to the Zoning and Development Code to fix clerical conflicts, adjust public‑notice rules, clarify minor‑subdivision language and implement state ADU law (House Bill 24‑1152), including removing local design standards for accessory dwelling units.

The Grand Junction City Council voted 6‑0 on June 18 to adopt a package of Zoning and Development Code amendments that clarify process language, correct inconsistent references and bring local accessory dwelling unit rules into compliance with state law.

Nikki Galehouse, planning manager, explained the amendments address multiple housekeeping and interpretive issues that arose after the 2023 comprehensive rewrite of the code. Revisions include: removing a misleading site‑plan reference from transitional provisions; resolving conflicting public‑notice…

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