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Waverly adopts first reading of ADU ordinance to meet new state law; council schedules public hearing
Summary
The Waverly City Council gave unanimous first reading to Ordinance 1170 to add accessory dwelling unit (ADU) provisions to the municipal code and set a public hearing for July 7, 2025. City staff said the change is required by recent state legislation and that local zoning standards such as setbacks still apply.
The Waverly City Council gave unanimous first reading on June 16 to Ordinance 1170, which adds a new chapter setting rules for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) to the Waverly Municipal Code and schedules a public hearing for 7 p.m. on July 7, 2025 in council chambers.
City staff and council members framed the ordinance as a compliance action following a change in state law that requires municipalities to allow ADUs meeting specified state criteria. "The state is now forcing the city to allow accessory dwelling units of a certain size as long as you meet the requirements," a city staff member said during the discussion.
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