Commission considers broader accessory dwelling unit rules and reducing minimum home size
Staff proposed allowing accessory dwelling units more broadly (beyond dependent housing) and suggested reducing the county's single-family minimum from 1,200 to 800 sq ft; commissioners discussed setbacks, standalone septic issues and that ADU standards would be set by the commission and health department.
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DeKalb County planning staff said the county currently restricts accessory dwelling units (ADUs) to dependent-family housing and recommended considering broader allowance of ADUs and smaller minimum home sizes.
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