Proposal would raise R‑1 maximum lot coverage from 30% to 40%

Apr 30, 2026

The draft amendment replaces the R‑1 lot coverage limit of 30% with 40% (Section 18.35.050E), a change the hearing officer tied to accommodating accessory dwelling units on smaller lots.

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The packet proposes changing Section 18.35.050E to increase the maximum lot coverage for all buildings in R‑1 residential districts from 30% to 40% of the total lot area. Hearing officer Dr. Jim Johnson summarized the change for meeting attendees and said the packet highlights why the numeric change was proposed.

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