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Miami Gardens council approves ordinance to allow accessory dwelling units
Summary
The Miami Gardens City Council voted 6–0 to add accessory dwelling units (ADUs) as an optional code provision, citing housing affordability and senior housing benefits while residents asked for clearer rules on setbacks, permitting and grandfathering of existing structures.
The Miami Gardens City Council voted 6–0 to add accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, to the city code after a public hearing and debate about regulatory details and state action. Councilwoman Julian, who sponsored the ordinance, said the change is an option aimed at expanding housing choices for seniors and lower‑income households and pointed to studies by Habitat for Humanity and AARP as support.
"ADUs are an innovative housing solution that can help older adults and low‑ and moderate‑income households…
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