Commissioners adopt 2026 multi-hazard mitigation plan; discuss UDO changes to encourage ADUs and smaller land splits
The board adopted the 2026 Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan and discussed proposed Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) amendments—removing the word 'detached' for accessory dwelling units and lowering minimum lot split size from two acres to 1.5 acres—asking staff to resolve technical inconsistencies before final adoption.
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Noble County commissioners voted to adopt the 2026 Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan (MHMP) after staff and members suggested a small set of textual corrections and clarifications. The county's emergency-planning presenter said the plan update was prepared by consultant Chris Burke and is the third update using the consultant; the board approved the plan by voice vote.
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