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Commission asks council to clarify rules for converting accessory buildings to dwellings
Summary
Commissioners flagged potential inconsistencies between detached accessory building setbacks and detached accessory dwelling-unit (DADU) requirements and asked staff to present clear options to City Council for how conversions should be treated.
Commissioners raised the issue that existing accessory buildings (barns, garages) can be converted to livable space if they meet certain requirements, but converting to a detached accessory dwelling unit (DADU) can trigger different setback requirements than those that applied when the accessory structure was built. One commissioner said it "seems a little unfair because you could do the same thing with an existing garage that you couldn't do if you were building a brand new detached thing."
Staff confirmed the topic is already under discussion at City Council and said they will return with clarifications. The commission encouraged members to attend the council work session and provide input as citizens when the council takes up the detached accessory unit rules next week.
