Plan Commission approves accessory dwelling unit zoning rules, including owner-occupancy verification at permit stage
The commission approved a zoning-text amendment to define and allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs) citywide subject to standards including owner-occupancy verification at permit application, maximum unit sizes and a prohibition on front-facing exterior fire stairs above the second floor.
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The Milwaukee City Plan Commission voted unanimously April 7 to recommend approval of zoning-code provisions to permit accessory dwelling units (ADUs) across the city (file 240,999). The ordinance defines ADUs, sets size and siting standards, and requires at least one owner of the principal dwelling to occupy the principal unit at the time an ADU building permit is submitted.
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