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Hanover planning commission forwards accessory dwelling unit ordinance review to City Council

City of Hanover Planning Commission · April 27, 2026
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Summary

The commission voted unanimously to send proposed changes on accessory dwelling units to City Council for review and a recommendation after a staff presentation on possible ordinance updates.

The Hanover Planning Commission voted unanimously to forward discussion of accessory dwelling units to the City Council for further review.

City Planner Cindy Nash introduced the topic, describing the possibility of updating existing ordinance language to permit accessory dwelling units. Commissioners discussed the potential change and whether ordinance language should be updated to allow the housing type.

Commissioner Cody Vojacek moved to take the item to City Council for review and a recommendation; Commissioner Chad Olson seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.

Staff told the commission that the May Planning Commission meeting will include an application for 11070 Lamont Ave and possibly a concept plan from Lennar for the Schendel Farm property. The Planning Department will provide materials to the City Council as part of the referral process.