Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit Ordinance Debrief
Centerville City
Summary
New state legislation taking effect this summer will allow detached ADUs on residential lots of 10,000 square feet or larger. City staff are preparing local regulations to handle the upcoming changes and figure out how they interact with existing rules.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 7
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 3 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 23, 2026.
Impact analysis
Potential changes to local housing density and infrastructure usage.
Property owners with qualifying lot sizes seeking additional housing options.
None identified.
Mentions & discussions (7)
Planning Commission — September 23, 2026
Following City Council approval of Ordinance 2026-20, staff reviewed implementation details for detached ADUs, including a 16-foot height limit, 8,500-square-foot minimum lot size, and owner discretion on utility metering.
City Council — September 15, 2026
Centerville adopted a new ordinance to comply with state law requiring cities to allow backyard cottages. The council debated height limits, lot sizes, and parking rules to balance housing needs with neighborhood privacy.
City Council — September 1, 2026
The Council reviewed state-mandated rules allowing backyard cottages and paused for more public input on size, height, and setbacks.
Planning Commission — August 12, 2026
The city is establishing a new zoning framework to permit detached accessory dwelling units in response to state requirements and housing needs. Residents testified about unique lot configurations, size limits, and placement restrictions.
Planning Comission — July 22, 2026
The city is drafting new rules to allow detached backyard cottages in response to state legislation. They debated property size minimums, building height caps, parking rules, and whether to allow basements to ensure new units fit into existing neighborhoods without overwhelming them.
Planning Commission — July 8, 2026
Centerville is drafting new zoning rules for detached backyard cottages to meet a state-mandated October deadline. The commission is weighing standards on lot sizes, parking, setbacks, and height limits.
Planning Commission — February 25, 2026
New state legislation taking effect this summer will allow detached ADUs on residential lots of 10,000 square feet or larger. City staff are preparing local regulations to handle the upcoming changes and figure out how they interact with existing rules.
Related development
Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit (DADU) Ordinance
Establishes citywide rules for secondary detached residential units, affecting property development standards and housing availability.
Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit Standards (CZC 12.58)
Establishes citywide rules for backyard cottages, affecting housing availability, lot coverage, and neighborhood parking.
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