Cheyenne council approves change easing rules for accessory dwelling units

Jan 27, 2026

Council approved a change to the Unified Development Code removing the owner-occupancy requirement for accessory dwelling units and adjusting parking rules; supporters called it a tool to add affordable housing while at least one councilmember voiced neighborhood preservation concerns.

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The Cheyenne City Council approved on Jan. 26 an amendment to the Unified Development Code that removes the owner-occupancy requirement for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and adjusts how parking requirements are applied.

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