What: zoning code amendments on accessory dwelling units and site plan review (Articles 367, 1329, 1331, 1358 and 1385).
Where it stands: The Planning Commission agenda for 2026-10-08 carried these amendments but that meeting was cancelled. The same amendments are on the 2026-11-12 agenda. Council had a first reading of an ADU and site plan review ordinance listed for 2026-09-15.
Next: Planning Commission, 2026-11-12.
Details
The 2026-09-15 Council agenda listed a first reading of the ADU and site plan review ordinance; the outcome was not read.
The 2026-10-08 Planning Commission meeting has no page because it was cancelled.
The city attorney said the Planning Commission's review slipped because its November meeting conflicted with another event; the public hearing and second reading are set for November 24.
First reading passed 6-0. Staff said the ordinance meets the 2026 state law (an ADU allowed on any lot with a single-family home, no added parking, a $250 permit fee cap, no design rules outside historic districts) and keeps some relaxed rules council proposed in March 2025, including 5-foot side and rear setbacks. A councilor asked staff to work toward pre-approved ADU plans. It goes to the Planning Commission in October, with adoption targeted for November so it is in effect by January 1.
Same amendments on the agenda (packet read): Articles 367, 1329, 1331, 1358 and 1385 on ADUs and site plan review standards, plus the September 10 minutes.