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Commission debates allowing third units on smaller lots, opts to keep current code for now
Summary
Commissioners discussed a request to permit a third dwelling unit on smaller R2 lots and whether to change the zoning code or rely on variances; after public comment and staff input, most commissioners favored case-by-case variances or waiting for the growth-policy update rather than reopening the new zoning code.
The commission considered whether to create a policy or text amendment to allow a third residential unit on smaller R2 lots instead of requiring a larger minimum lot size. Staff explained current R2 requirements and suggested options including allowing a third unit on lots that are 1.5 times the base…
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