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Canton approves rules to allow additional dwellings in town limits

Town of Canton Board of Aldermen/women · December 12, 2024
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Summary

After a public hearing, the Town of Canton Board voted unanimously to allow ‘additional dwellings’ on properties within town limits with standards for lot size, setbacks and a variance process; permitting will involve both town staff and Haywood County.

The Town of Canton Board of Aldermen/women on Dec. 12 voted to permit additional dwellings within town limits under a set of standards the board modified after a public hearing.

Byron Hickox, who presented the ordinance language at the hearing, explained the purpose and criteria for additional dwellings, including minimum lot sizes, setbacks and the town’s role in permitting.…

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