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East Hampton COA backs resolution to lift barriers to accessory dwelling units
Summary
The Commission on Aging voted 6-1 May 14 to ask the town to pursue a resolution supporting removal of zoning barriers to accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in all zones, with one member dissenting and staff noting zoning changes are challenging.
The Town of East Hampton Commission on Aging voted 6-1 on May 14 to ask the town to pursue a resolution supporting removal of zoning barriers to accessory dwelling units across all residential zones.
Dr. Mariann Mankowski moved that “COA initiate a resolution to support lifting barriers to allowing ADUs in all zones,” and Dave McGovern seconded. The motion carried with six votes in favor; Beth Angel voted no.
The vote followed a briefing from Juliette Hodge, the town's planning and zoning official, who reviewed zoning-related facts and cautioned that making regulatory changes is challenging. Members discussed the potential for ADUs to expand housing options for older residents and noted that implementing zoning changes would require follow-up by the Town Council and planning staff.
Dean Markham, the Town Council chair, told the commission that the Senior Center and Services Task Force will be re-formed by the Town Council after the budget process concludes, indicating that any COA resolution would feed into broader town-level discussions.
The commission did not set a timeline for submitting the proposed resolution; next procedural steps will depend on the Town Council's schedule and planning staff review. The COA plans to discuss the town's Plan of Conservation and Development and to submit a statement after its June meeting, which may further shape housing policy recommendations.
