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P&Z approves ADU at 395 Shelton Ave for applicant’s mother-in‑law
Summary
The commission approved an accessory dwelling unit at 395 Shelton Ave after staff confirmed an internal egress and commissioners discussed common‑wall standards and emergency egress; vote was 6–0.
The Shelton Planning & Zoning Commission voted unanimously on Aug. 13 to approve application 2509, an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) at 395 Shelton Avenue proposed by Randy England.
England told the board the ADU is an internal renovation of the first floor for his mother‑in‑law, who has mobility issues, and that no exterior footprint will be increased. Commissioners questioned whether the proposed connection between the ADU and the primary residence met the commission’s typical standard for a “common wall” separation and raised concerns about egress and the potential for a closet/passage to become cluttered.
Staff and the applicant clarified a door was added to create an internal egress into the main house circulation; commissioners noted comparable ADUs previously approved by the commission had variably routed connections through hallways. "It's for my mother‑in‑law," the applicant said, identifying the intended occupant and noting she is 80.
After questions about the layout, emergency exits and the lack of exterior expansion, Commissioner Christiano moved to approve the ADU; Commissioner Appel seconded. The motion passed by roll call, 6–0. Chair Harger instructed the applicant to coordinate follow‑up with staff on filing and next steps.
The approval includes the condition that the applicant complete any required filing with staff and obtain all applicable building and safety approvals prior to occupancy.
