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City staff proposes code changes to allow some carports without special use permits; 15‑foot height cap included
Summary
Staff presented proposed amendments to the Land Development Code clarifying the definition of carports and conditions under which carports would not require a special use permit, including a 15‑foot maximum height and a "rear or not visible from the street" visibility test.
City staff presented proposed amendments to the Land Development Code on Jan. 27, 2025, intended to clarify when carports require a special use permit and when they do not.
Under the proposal, a "carport" is defined by its purpose: temporary parking for vehicles, boats or trailers. Staff said the physical structure is often similar or identical to a patio cover; the primary regulatory difference is the intended use for vehicle parking.
The draft changes would allow some carports to be built without a special…
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