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Planning commission forwards state-mandated ADU code changes to allow detached units in specified residential zones
Summary
To comply with state bill 284, the commission unanimously recommended permitting detached accessory dwelling units on lots larger than 11,000 square feet in specified residential zones; staff said parking and development standards remain regulated locally.
The Santaquin Planning Commission unanimously recommended that the city council adopt a code amendment to permit detached accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in specified residential zones to comply with state bill 284, signed into law in March 2026.
Aspen, planning staff, told the commission the state law requires allowing detached ADUs on residential lots greater than 11,000 square feet for the affected zones (R-12, R-20, residential-commercial, residential-ag, R-43). “It is state bill 284 that was signed into law in March of this year, which allows detached ADUs in all residential lots greater than 11,000 square feet,” Aspen said.
Commissioners asked whether the change would affect the city’s moderate-income housing plans and parking requirements. Staff said moderate-income housing reporting paused for 2026 and will resume in 2027; they also said the city still regulates ADU development standards and building permits, though the state limits how much parking the city may require for ADUs.
Commissioner Christopher moved to forward a positive recommendation; Commissioner Johnson seconded. The commission voted unanimously. Staff noted the city will update local code language to align with the state requirement and will return the drafted amendment to the council.
Next steps: staff will prepare ordinance language for council consideration and adjust local development standards as needed to comply with the state law.
