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3 greater than 75% of the footprint of the home. All accessory buildings must comply with district impervious surface limits and may not occupy more than 35 percent of the rear yard. For multifamily properties and common interest communities, new detached accessory buildings will be reviewed through the site plan review process. 3. Accessory Buildings – Non-Residential Current standards are unclear regarding accessory buildings on commercial, industrial, and public properties. The proposed update establishes limits for these properties, allowing one detached accessory building by right, not exceeding 30 percent of the floor area of the principal structure. Property owners seeking additional or a larger building(s) may apply for a Conditional Use Permit. 4. Conditional Use Criteria The ordinance introduces clear CUP criteria for detached accessory buildings. The existing code allows CUPs for oversized accessory structures but lacks findings and standards to guide the review process. The proposed update provides defined criteria to support consistent staff analysis, Planning Commission recommendations, and ultimately City Council decisions. 5. Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) The proposed ordinance permits ADUs in the R-1, R-2, and R-C districts with the following standards: • Permitted only on lots with a single-family dwelling • ADUs permitted only within detached accessory buildings o Accessory dwelling units attached to the home would be considered a duplex and not permitted under this update • Only one rental license per property (ADU and Single-Family home cannot both be rented) • No short-term rentals on properties with ADUs • May utilize existing utility connections if sufficient capacity exists • May be assigned a separate address • One off-street parking space required To read the full text of the provisions specifically related to ADUs along with Staff notes, please see Attachment C. 6. Exterior Building Materials Existing standards for accessory building materials are vague and scattered across several sections. The proposed ordinance consolidates and clarifies these standards, modernizes permitted materials, and introduces clearer maintenance expectations. Stricter material standards for multi-family housing and manufactured home parks remain unchanged.