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Commission changes ADU siting rule to ease placement on atypical lots

City of Norman Planning Commission · April 9, 2026
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Summary

The commission approved Ordinance O-2526-51 to change the accessory-dwelling-unit (ADU) definition, allowing ADUs to be no further forward than the principal structure rather than restricted to the rear 25% of the lot, addressing siting challenges for irregular lots.

The Planning Commission unanimously approved an amendment to the zoning code definition of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) to ease placement on lots with atypical layouts.

Laura Hoggett of the planning department explained the proposed change would replace the current…

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