Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Calistoga council asks staff to study ADU incentives; fee reductions favored if units are deed-restricted
Summary
Council directed staff to research permitting streamlining, outreach and targeted fee reductions for accessory dwelling units (ADUs), with reductions tied to deed restrictions to preserve affordable rental use.
Planner Lauren Clark and Community Development Director Desmond presented options to incentivize accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in Calistoga, seeking council direction on which incentives to study further.
Staff listed options including codifying expedited review timelines (30to 60 days), clearer application checklists and promotion of the Napa-Sonoma ADU Center and preapproved plans; relaxing development standards (reduced setbacks, increased heights) and financial incentives…
Already have an account? Log in
Subscribe to keep reading
Unlock the rest of this article — and every article on Citizen Portal.
- Unlimited articles
- AI-powered breakdowns of topics, speakers, decisions, and budgets
- Instant alerts when your location has a new meeting
- Follow topics and more locations
- 1,000 AI Insights / month, plus AI Chat

