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Orangeville council adopts rules for accessory dwelling units
Summary
The Orangeville City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance 2025‑5 on Oct. 9, 2025, establishing local rules for accessory dwelling units (ADUs). Council and planning staff said the ordinance removes a prior 50% size cap and aims to expand long‑term housing options while leaving technical standards to planning review.
Orangeville’s City Council on Oct. 9 adopted Ordinance 2025‑5, creating local regulations for accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, a city staff member said.
Planning staff described ADUs as long‑term rental units (30 days or longer) distinct from short‑term rentals such as Airbnbs and said the ordinance is intended to help “govern the…
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