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Commission approves ADU ordinance changes, raises maximum unit size to 1,700 sq ft
City of Newberry City Commission · January 13, 2026
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Summary
Commissioners approved revisions to the accessory dwelling unit rules that increase the allowable ADU size from 1,200 to 1,700 square feet and clarify septic/utility rules for rural properties (10-acre exception). The change passed unanimously.
On Jan. 12 the City Commission approved revisions to the City of Newberry land-development regulations (Article 4, §4.2.0.4.0.2) that expand accessory dwelling unit (ADU) allowances, increase maximum ADU size from 1,200 square feet to 1,700 square feet, and clarify utility and septic requirements for…
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