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Draft 55+ zoning ordinance proposed to enable deed-restricted, HOA-maintained retirement neighborhoods
Summary
A draft ordinance to allow deed-restricted, age-restricted (55+) residential developments with smaller lots, gated roads and HOA maintenance was presented for commissioner feedback; proponents said such developments reduce school impact and fit Dawson County’s demographics, while questions were raised about EMS impacts and enforcement.
Jim King presented a draft zoning ordinance to the Dawson County Planning Commission intended to allow deed-restricted age-restricted residential developments limited to residents 55 and older. King described the draft as an initial proposal seeking feedback and highlighted developer interest in smaller, HOA-maintained lots for active-adult communities.
King told the commission such developments typically have private roads, gates and homeowner associations that maintain yards and common areas. He said the model reduces…
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