Accessory dwelling unit ordinance
Chapter 13.14.031 accessory dwelling unit regulations adopted November 7, 2024 after hearings in March, April and October.
- Where it stands
- Approved
- Type
- Code change
Every hearing and vote
May 20, 2021 · City Council
Work meeting: accessory dwelling units
Discussed
Staff reviewed internal ADU rules under the state law and proposed a one-time registration fee and an annual fee of roughly $100 to $150 for new ADUs; staff suggested allowing them near transit and jobs, and prohibiting them on lots under 6,000 square feet and on roads narrower than 20 feet. Council members discussed exclusion areas of up to 25% and several leaned away from a fixed exclusion area. Direction is due by June 3.
June 3, 2021 · City Council
Work meeting: tax relief, ADUs and tentative budgets
Pending
Topics: tax relief programs with the county treasurer, continued ADU discussion, and the historical committee, skate park schedule, capital and stormwater funds, debt fund and parks and public works budgets.
August 5, 2021 · City Council
Public hearing: Title 13 accessory dwelling unit amendments
Pending
Following state legislation permitting certain ADUs in single-family zones.
August 26, 2021 · City Council
Continued public hearing: Title 13 accessory dwelling unit amendments
Pending
Allows certain ADUs as a permitted use under state law.
September 9, 2021 · City Council
Continued public hearing and Ordinance 2021-24: Title 13 accessory dwelling units
Pending
Amendments required by state legislation for single-family housing.
March 21, 2024 · City Council
Public hearing: accessory dwelling unit amendments (Chapter 13.14.031)
Continued
A resident asked about building an apartment above a garage and written comments were forwarded to the council. The hearing stayed open to the April 11 work meeting.
April 11, 2024 · City Council
Continued public hearing: accessory dwelling unit amendments (Chapter 13.14.031)
Discussed
The hearing was continued because council members needed more study time, then closed. A resident asked that existing accessory units be allowed to be used as designed. Staff will update the language for a work meeting.
June 6, 2024 · City Council
Work meeting: historic preservation and accessory dwelling unit ordinances
Discussed
The council wants Historical Commission members included in historic decisions where appropriate. Staff reviewed a draft accessory dwelling unit ordinance covering owner occupancy, parking tied to added bedrooms, lot coverage, a 25-foot height and setback exceptions. No votes.
September 5, 2024 · City Council
Work meeting: accessory dwelling unit ordinance
Discussed
The council reviewed proposed changes including setback reductions and conversion of accessory buildings. No vote.
October 24, 2024 · City Council
Public hearing: accessory dwelling unit amendments (Chapter 13.14.031)
Discussed
No speakers; the mayor noted one emailed comment generally in favor. The hearing closed.
November 7, 2024 · City Council
Ordinance 2024-19: Adopt Title 13.14.031, accessory dwelling units
Approved · 6-0
Adopts the accessory dwelling unit regulations after hearings in March, April and October.