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Board reviews courtesy plans for accessory dwelling unit at 508 10th Avenue SE; city planner says new zoning allows ADUs

Decatur Architectural Review Board · March 13, 2026
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Summary

At a March 12 Decatur Architectural Review Board meeting, staff presented a courtesy review for an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) at 508 10th Avenue SE. A resident asked whether ADUs are permitted; City Planner Tommy said a zoning update effective Jan. 1 allows ADUs subject to size limits and COA review in historic districts.

The Decatur Architectural Review Board reviewed courtesy plans for an accessory dwelling unit at 508 10th Avenue Southeast during its March 12 meeting.

Staff described a proposed rear addition that would extend an existing back addition forward, keep the same width, and match the house’s roofing, siding and windows. Staff said the applicant hopes to reuse existing windows where possible and will provide a full certificate of appropriateness (COA)…

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