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Commission debates larger accessory‑building footprints and ADU rules; asks OP for analysis
Summary
Commissioners signaled support for raising accessory building footprints (proposed R1/R2 to 650 sq ft, R3/RF to 550 sq ft) but requested supplemental analysis on owner‑occupancy rules, the 5‑year restriction for RF ADUs, and options for accessible one‑story units before final action.
The commission addressed proposed increases in permitted accessory building footprint across several low‑density zones and broader changes to accessory dwelling unit (ADU) rules. Office of Planning proposed raising the footprint for accessory buildings (from 450 sq ft to 650 sq ft in R1/R2 and to 550 sq ft in R3/RF) after OP said it had reviewed numerous special‑exception cases and concluded the rule was often a barrier.
Vice Chair Miller and Commissioner Wright said the proposed increases reflected what…
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