Norwalk planning commission recommends ADU ordinance with current accessory-structure setbacks
The Planning & Zoning Commission on Aug. 25 voted unanimously to recommend a zoning amendment aligning the city's accessory dwelling unit rules with a new state law and to retain the city's existing (more permissive) accessory-structure setbacks so more lots can accommodate ADUs. The measure moves to city council on Sept. 8, 2025.
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The Norwalk Planning & Zoning Commission voted unanimously Aug. 25 to recommend a zoning ordinance amendment to conform city code with a recently passed state senate file governing accessory dwelling units, choosing to retain the city's existing accessory-structure setbacks rather than adopt the stricter principal-building setbacks the state allows.
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