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4.The Commission briefly discussed the ordinance’s counting of ADUs separately from total single- family rentals. No change was proposed. 5.The Commission questioned whether an ADU would be allowed to house a licensed group home. Staff comment: In further research, staff believe that a group home would not be eligible for group home occupancy. A licensed group home is a principal use of property, rather than an accessory use. This discussion, however, raises some potential challenges if the occupancy allowance is opened to more than the 2 adults as written. 6.The Commission further discussed the appropriate direction of the ADU ordinance and whether the draft is too restrictive, about right, or too accommodating? There was some opinion that the ordinance should be broadened to be a more effective “right” of property owners, rather than a limited accommodation. Although there was some variation in detail, the Commission generally agreed that opening up the code to ADU allowance was an appropriate step. There was interest in increasing the size allowance, however, that discussion implicated the Commission’s other interest in eliminating the restrictions on age. RECOMMENDATION In summary, the Commission generally approved of the ordinance, with removal of the occupancy language related to age or relationship. The increase in unit size beyond the 600 square foot size, if allowed, would reintroduce the age restrictions. As such, the Commission’s action was to formally recommend the Ordinance, striking the portion of Subp. (e) as follows: (a)Floor Area. ADUs shall contain no less than 400 square feet of habitable space, and a maximum of 600 square feet. Occupancies shall be limited to no more than 2 adult occupants of 19 years of age or greater, along with dependent minor children less than 19 years of age. All building codes shall apply to the ADU. In this regard, total occupancy may be no greater than one person for the first 150 square feet, one person per each additional 100 square feet. For the work session, no action is required. Consensus is sought on ordinance language and possible modifications in anticipation of subsequent formal consideration of Ordinance adoption. NEXT STEPS Following the Council’s discussion at this work session, the ordinance would be prepared for City Council for three ordinance readings, which is standard practice based on the City Code. ATTACHMENTS Draft Ordinance Language – Table Form Draft Ordinance 2026-XX 20