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Clallam County hears broad public opposition to proposed ADU, RV and short‑term rental rules; board asks staff to revise draft
Summary
Hundreds of public comments, many warning of displacement and economic harm, pressed the county to rewrite proposed zoning changes on ADUs, RV occupancy and short‑term rentals; commissioners asked staff for clearer language, FAQs and possible work sessions before any ordinance vote.
Clallam County commissioners spent the bulk of their Jan. 20 meeting taking public testimony and questioning staff about a proposed overhaul of zoning rules for accessory dwelling units (ADUs), recreational vehicles and short‑term rentals.
The county’s Department of Community Development presented a consolidated draft of Title 33 changes that would move several RV‑ and ADU‑related provisions into a single code section, require ANSI or Department of Labor & Industries standards for park models, allow a second RV on a parcel only by conditional use permit and remove the existing 90‑day limit on RV occupancy that applied under the county’s ADU rules.
Why it matters: The proposals aim to provide clearer, countywide rules for people living in RVs or using park models while also tightening standards for unpermitted conversions. Opponents said the draft would unintentionally criminalize longstanding housing arrangements and narrow low‑cost housing options in rural areas; supporters said clearer rules and safety standards are needed for public health and neighborhood quality.
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