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July 14th, 2026 St. Anthony Council Work Session - 6 the principal dwelling. Councilmember Jenson commented that the goal was for owner-occupied principal homes. Councilmember Elnagdy stated that the goal was to increase gentle density. She stated that the further limitations imposed on families who don’t own property could be restrictive. Mayor Webster noted that if someone owns a duplex, their family members could move into the other side of the duplex rather than into an ADU. Councilmember Jenson highlighted that the City code restricts the number of rental units allowed in a given area. He asked if a home with the potential to add an ADU could become a rental unit. City Planner Grittman stated that it could. Councilmember Doolan clarified that Councilmember Elnagdy's question concerns an individual renting the principal dwelling who would like to work with the homeowner to add an ADU, even though the homeowner does not reside in the principal dwelling. Councilmember Jenson noted that allowing ADUs is a significant step for St. Anthony, and granting additional leeway could be problematic. Councilmember Jenson asked how the sewer line from the ADU to the main home will be inspected upon the home being sold. City Manager Yunker stated they will have to televise the whole line. Councilmember Doolan asked where a visible address should be located on an ADU that is placed behind the principal home. Councilmember Doolan asked if safety and fire codes regarding the electrical box are addressed in the building code. City Planner Grittman stated that the address must be located in a place that is visible on the street, which could be on the principal building. City Planner Grittman informed the Council that the electrical box must comply with the building code and that it was not specified in the ordinance, given that it is addressed in the building code. Mayor Webster confirmed to the Council that the only agreed-upon change was to amend the language to reflect the Planning Commission's suggestion. Councilmember Elnagdy asked why ADUs are required to undergo an additional licensing step under Section 2D. City Planner Grittman stated that it is to track where ADUs are being built, but if a relative occupies them, they can obtain an exemption from the rental license requirement. Councilmember Doolan asked whether rental properties, ADU or not, are legally required to be maintained to meet certain safety standards. City Planner Grittman stated that they are subject to rental housing requirements. Councilmember Doolan noted that this could be a reason to require ADU owners to apply for a rental license to ensure safety standards. Councilmember Elnagdy commented that additional licensing requirements could impose an additional financial burden on family and caregiver relationships. Mayor Webster noted that this is only one potential use for an ADU. 7