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Planning commission allows accessory structures and formalizes ADU setbacks

Texarkana County Planning Commission · March 11, 2026
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Summary

The Texarkana County Planning Commission revised the accessory-structure ordinance to permit detached structures in side yards and approved accessory dwelling unit (ADU) rules that require ADUs to meet existing lot setbacks, aligning local code with a recent state directive.

The Texarkana County Planning Commission voted to revise its accessory-structure rules and to adopt setback rules for accessory dwelling units.

Staff said the accessory-structure amendment to section 50146 would allow detached garages, carports and similar structures in side yards rather than limiting them to backyards. The commission…

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