Richmond planning commission weighs allowing detached accessory dwelling units

Feb 3, 2026

The Richmond City Planning & Zoning Commission discussed whether to permit detached accessory dwelling units (ADUs), asking staff to draft code language on utilities, size, setbacks and owner-occupancy after citing state requirements for interior ADUs and local examples.

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The Richmond City Planning & Zoning Commission on Feb. 3 debated whether to allow detached accessory dwelling units — separate small homes or units on the same lot as a primary residence — and directed staff to prepare draft code language for further review.

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