Commission adopts conditional-use resolution for accessory dwelling unit at Fairbanks property

The Skagway Municipality Planning and Zoning Commission on June 12 adopted Planning and Zoning Resolution 25-10R, approving conditional-use permit application 2025030 to allow an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) above an existing garage in the Residential General zone for property listed as Lot 59, Lot 4.

The commission voted to adopt the resolution by roll call; the chair said they found no issues with the resolution as presented and recorded four yes votes for adoption. The adoption follows a public hearing held earlier on the item (commissioners referenced members who attended that hearing).

Permitting staff noted a recusal before the item was considered. A permitting official told the commission at the start of the meeting, “I would just, like to recuse myself for item 8 a, because I have a substantial financial interest in the property that will be discussed.” The record shows that recusal occurred prior to action on resolution 25-10R.

Commissioners said they had no amendments to the resolution as presented and no members of the public registered to speak during the hearing portion included in the meeting packet. After brief remarks, the commission took a roll call; the chair announced the motion passed with four yes votes.

The resolution approves the conditional-use permit allowing the ADU above an existing garage in the Residential General zoning category; further permitting steps (building permits, inspections) remain as separate processes under borough code.