Planning and Zoning Commission work session: ADU regulations, corner-side/driveway setbacks, and M‑C hotel height (April 23, 2026)
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Commission approved the agenda and April 9 minutes, received staff updates on proposed UDC text changes for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) with a public hearing set for May 7, discussed law department review of home-occupation code changes, and reviewed proposed amendments to corner-side yard and driveway setbacks and a proposed increase in M‑C hotel height near interstate interchanges. Staff will refine drafts, consult Fire and Building divisions, and return items for public hearing or future meetings.
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- Agenda approved unanimously; April 9, 2026 work session minutes adopted (two abstentions).
- Staff presented a final draft of ADU regulations; public hearing on ADU text changes scheduled for May 7, 2026.
- Law Department to continue work to align home-occupation regulations with State law; item will return to the Commission when ready.
- Staff to pursue UDC amendments to revert corner-side yard setback to 12.5 feet for legal pre-UDC lots and to propose eliminating the driveway setback requirement for pre-UDC lots, with further review of applicability to non-legal or post-UDC lots.
- Staff proposed increasing maximum hotel/motel height in M-C from 45 to 60 feet focused on I-70 interchange areas (within 1/4 mile) and to evaluate similar locations along US 63; staff will consider use-specific standards and possible M-N changes.
- Commission requested that staff consult the Fire Department and Building and Site Development Division regarding height and life-safety implications prior to final recommendations.
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