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Council continues ADU policy discussion; height, parking and incentives deferred for further review
Summary
Councilors continued a policy discussion on accessory dwelling unit standards—height, parking, single‑story incentives and ADU size—without taking final action on April 15.
The City Council continued a policy discussion about accessory dwelling units (ADUs) at its April 15 meeting after a lengthy staff briefing and council exchange.
Staff outlined options on four primary topics: maximum ADU building height measurement (options included the existing 25 feet measured to the eave, a 24‑foot cap measured to eave, or 24 feet measured to roof peak for detached units), required off‑street parking (staff recommended one stall for most lots), a single‑story incentive toolbox of items (capped incentives such as reduced setbacks, relaxed impervious‑surface…
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