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Alton planners to update zoning to comply with state law allowing detached accessory dwelling units
Summary
Zoning Amendment Committee members agreed the town must change several ordinance sections to conform to new state statutes allowing detached accessory dwelling units and restricting local parking requirements.
Alton's Zoning Amendment Committee concluded Wednesday that the town's zoning ordinance must be revised to comply with recent state statutory changes on accessory dwelling units and parking.
Town planner Jesse MacAother told members the state now permits detached accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in areas where residential uses are allowed; the committee discussed edits to the use table, special-exception provisions and related text to avoid conflict with state law.
MacAother identified multiple…
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