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Planning commission schedules public hearing on zoning amendments for portable storage, greenhouses and chicken coops
Summary
Staff presented draft ordinance amendments to clarify rules for permanent and temporary portable storage containers, residential greenhouses and chicken coop standards; commissioners raised concerns about enforcement, potential unintended uses, and whether permitting should be required. A public hearing was scheduled for November 2025 with edits requested.
The Plan Commission and ETZ reviewed proposed zoning-code amendments that would: (1) establish standards for portable outdoor storage containers (distinguishing temporary use and permanent detached‑accessory‑structure use in nonresidential districts), (2) clarify residential greenhouse rules, and (3) revise chicken coop standards (dimensions and setbacks).
Key provisions presented by staff include limiting permanent containers in nonresidential/mixed districts to what is functionally a detached accessory structure (requirements such as foundation/ pad, not…
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