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Newton approves zoning change setting accessory sidewall height at 80% of primary structure (Ordinance 5167-25)
3526804 · May 23, 2025
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Summary
The commission approved Ordinance 5167-25, a zoning-code amendment that replaces the former 12-foot maximum sidewall height for accessory structures with a standard set at 80% of the primary structure’s height; staff said the change aligns Newton with neighboring communities including Wichita.
The Newton City Commission voted to adopt Ordinance 5167‑25, amending Article 3 of the zoning code to change the maximum sidewall height for accessory structures such as detached garages and shops from a fixed 12‑foot cap to a variable limit equal to 80% of…
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