Wording Amendment for Accessory Dwelling Units Presentation to City - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
Wording Amendment for Accessory Dwelling Units Presentation to City - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
Wording Amendment for Accessory Dwelling Units Presentation to City Council June 23, 2015 Department of Planning & Urban Design (WITH UPDATES TO REFLECT ORDINANCE ADOPTION) Accessory Dwelling Unit Types Attached: Detached: Image credit:
Accessory Dwelling Unit Types
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Image credit: City of Minneapolis
Accessory Dwelling Units: Asheville Examples
ADU Primary Dwelling
Attached ADU Size
Previous: 500 SF NEW (Current): 824 SF
Area of Structure: 2000 SF Example: Attached ADU
What is a nonconforming residential lot? A legally established lot that does not meet the dimensional requirements of the underlying residential zoning district (RS2, RS4, RS8, RM6, RM8, RM16).
Accessory Dwelling Units are now permitted on nonconforming lots as long as setbacks and
- ther requirements can be met.
Examples of nonconforming lots
Although the lot widths are below the district standard, ADUs may be permitted.
Although the lot widths and sizes are below the district standard, ADUs may be permitted.
Examples of nonconforming lots
Property Line Setbacks (Minimum 6’)
Accessory Dwelling Units: Building Height
New Maximum Height Previous 40’
25’ Maximum Height
* Green highlights indicate changes from previous rules.
Accessory Dwelling Units: NEW Rules (Effective 6/24/15)
Questions?
Feel free to contact:
- Mr. Vaidila Satvika
Urban Planner City of Asheville Department of Planning and Urban Design 828-259-5798 vsatvika@ashevillenc.gov