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Orangeville adopts ordinance to regulate accessory dwelling units

Orangeville City Council · October 9, 2025
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Summary

The Orangeville City Council adopted Ordinance 2025-5 to create rules for accessory dwelling units (ADUs), clarifying ADUs are long-term rentals and removing a previously proposed 50% size cap. Councilmembers said the rules aim to expand housing options while addressing local zoning concerns.

The Orangeville City Council voted to adopt Ordinance 2025-5 on Oct. 9, 2025, establishing local regulations for accessory dwelling units (ADUs).

Council members said the ordinance clarifies that ADUs are intended as long-term rental units — defined in the discussion as rentals of 30 days or longer — and removes a prior draft limit that would have capped…

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