Councilmember Lee proposes temporary ban on building permits for large detached ADUs

The motion would halt permits for detached backyard units over 1,200 square feet at multifamily projects.

City Council· posted Oct 2Motion

Property owners could not get building permits for detached accessory dwelling units larger than 1,200 square feet on multifamily developments while the temporary rule is in place. Councilmember John S. Lee asks the Planning Department and City Attorney to draft the interim ordinance, which would take effect upon publication.

What happens next

Planning Department, with the City Attorney, would prepare the interim control ordinance for Council consideration.

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