Group dwelling ordinance update
Amendments to Chapter 10 of the zoning code on group dwellings (multiple buildings on one lot): lot area, setbacks, building types, landscaping, parking and open space, and removal of density bonuses. Adopted as Ordinance 2024-4 on Feb. 20, 2024.
- Where it stands
- Approved
- Type
- Code change
- Location
- Citywide
- Applicant
- Mike Bastian
Every hearing and vote
January 23, 2024 · City Council work session
Zone text amendments for group dwellings (multiple units on one lot)
Discussed
Senior Planner Brandon Rypien answered council questions from the Jan. 9 work session on a petition by Mike Bastian to update Chapter 10 of the zoning code on group dwellings. Staff favored a variety of building types, recommended a 30-foot rear-to-rear building separation, noted the current tree requirement of two trees and five five-gallon shrubs per unit, and recommended requiring three architectural detailing elements instead of four because a front porch is always required. Discussion covered the optional detailing list, whether separation should vary with building height, and the difference between building type and building style. The council said it was comfortable proceeding to consideration of the ordinance.
- Applicant: Mike Bastian
- Staff recommendation: 30-foot rear-to-rear separation; three architectural detailing elements (down from four)
February 20, 2024 · City Council
Ordinance 2024-4: amend standards for group dwellings
Approved · 7-0
The council amended the zoning code's group dwelling chapter on a petition from Mike Bastian, updating definitions, lot area, setbacks, building orientation, landscaping, parking and open space and removing density bonuses. Lots of two to four acres need two building types and larger lots three. Angel Castillo asked the council to also allow smaller buildings on small lots; Rick Southwick supported the change.
- Applicant: Mike Bastian