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Planning commission backs clearer measurement for accessory-structure setbacks near parkway details
Summary
The Highland City Planning Commission voted to adopt staffalternative language clarifying how accessory-structure setbacks are measured when a parkway landscaping detail falls on private property, a change proponents say restores proportionality and will go to city council on March 3.
The Highland City Planning Commission on Monday voted to adopt revised development-code language clarifying how accessory-structure setbacks are measured when a parkway landscaping detail lies partially on private property. The change, recommended by staff and supported by the homebuilder and applicant, is intended to prevent an additive interpretation that in some cases pushed accessory buildings far deeper into lots than primary homes.
The amendment, adopted after a public hearing and discussion, instructs staff to measure the side setback from the closest right-of-way edge (curb/back of asphalt/sidewalk/property line) and, where a parkway detail intrudes into private property, to allow…
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