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Commission debates smaller single-family minimums and accessory dwelling units as tools for attainable housing
Summary
The planning commission considered a proposal to reduce the minimum square footage for single-story single-family homes from 1,700 to 1,000 sq ft and held an extended discussion on allowing accessory dwelling units (ADUs); commissioners raised concerns about administrative waivers, parking, code compliance and neighborhood character.
Lead presenter and consultants described proposed changes intended to broaden housing choices in Middletown, including a draft recommendation to lower the minimum size for single-story single-family (ranch) homes from 1,700 square feet to 1,000 square feet and to revise lot-size standards in R2 and R3 districts.
"We're proposing reducing the single-story ranch single-family typology from what is currently a 1,700 square-foot requirement, and lowering that to 1,000 square feet," the presenter said, framing the change as a tool to create lower price points for first-time…
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