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Otisfield keeps building ordinance in place while planning board continues ADU discussions
Summary
Code Enforcement Officer K. Matthews told the Planning Board on May 12 that the town's building ordinance will remain in effect while the board continues to discuss accessory dwelling units (ADUs); no ADU amendments will be presented to the town now and a one-year window exists for adopting changes.
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Code Enforcement Officer K. Matthews reported to the Otisfield Planning Board on May 12 that the current building ordinance will remain in effect while the board continues to consider policy changes for accessory dwelling units (ADUs).
K. Matthews said the board will continue conversations on ADUs after the town meeting but that no ADU-related amendments will be presented to voters at this time. Matthews also noted a one-year period for adopting and implementing any potential ADU-related changes. The transcript does not specify proposed ordinance language, implementation steps, or funding implications.
The Planning Board did not take a formal vote on ADU policy at the meeting; the board deferred a preliminary bylaws review until the chairman could attend. The board adjourned at 7:18 p.m.
