Board adopts zoning update (O6‑25) revising accessory‑structure rules

Aug 25, 2025

The board approved ordinance O6‑25 to consolidate rules for accessory buildings and structures, including a sliding‑scale size chart by parcel acreage and adjusted setbacks and height limits for residential districts.

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County planning staff presented a revised zoning ordinance (listed in packet as O6‑25) creating a single new section to address accessory buildings and structures. The proposal removes conflicting provisions in the existing code, establishes a sliding‑scale size table based on parcel acreage (e.g., 1,000–7,000 square‑foot ranges depending on lot size) and clarifies height limits and setback requirements for residential and agricultural zoning districts. Staff emphasized that bona fide agricultural structures remain exempt from certain size and height limits and would only require a zoning permit to confirm setbacks.

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