Panel approves minor code clarifications to townhouse and duplex definitions
The board recommended approval of a technical Land Development Code amendment (LDC 26‑009 / ordinance 2026‑048) to clarify that townhouses may contain a minimum of two dwelling units and that two‑family (duplex) units must be located on a single parcel. Staff characterized the change as clarifying only; the motion passed unanimously.
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Adam Olsen, senior planner, presented ordinance 2026‑048 and LDC 26‑009, a narrow amendment to two definitions in the land development code so that townhouses can be two units and two‑family dwellings (duplexes) must be located on a single parcel. Olsen said the change is intended only to clarify code language and does not change uses allowed in zoning districts.
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