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Neighbors object as Brookings city council opens process for reasonable housing accommodations
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Council held a first reading of an ordinance to establish a formal process for reasonable accommodations under the federal Fair Housing Amendments Act; multiple nearby residents urged enforcement of existing zoning and warned the rule could allow more unrelated occupants in single‑family neighborhoods. Second reading set for Sept. 10.
Brookings — The City Council on Aug. 13 held a first reading of an ordinance to establish a process for reasonable accommodations under the federal Fair Housing Amendments Act, prompting extended public comment from neighbors worried the change would undermine existing zoning protections.
City Attorney Steve Bridal said the ordinance would create an application and hearing process so the city can evaluate requests for modifications to local rules that may impede housing for people with disabilities. Bridal told the council the procedure is intended to provide “clear guidance that allows the council to…
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