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Council adopts narrow exception allowing front-yard carports in neighborhoods without alleys
Arkansas City Commission · December 3, 2025
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Summary
The commission adopted an amendment to zoning rules (Article 20) creating a special exception permitting front-yard carports in neighborhoods without alley access, with conditions including a five-foot front setback, paved driveways, three-sided open construction, and materials compatible with the house.
Arkansas City commissioners voted to adopt an ordinance amending Article 20 of the municipal code to allow limited front-yard carports in neighborhoods that lack alley access.
A presenter said the change responds to numerous requests after a damaging hailstorm that left some…
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