17.03.031 Accessory Dwelling Unit, Attached.
An attached Accessory Dwelling Unit requires a Conditional Use Permit, and must meet all of the following standards:
1. One (1) off-street parking space shall be required for the dwelling unit, in addition to the off-street parking required for the dwelling unit, in addition to the off-street parking required for the main residence.
2. The accessory unit shall be a complete, separate housekeeping unit that is within or attached to the principal unit with a common wall(s).
3. Only one (1) accessory unit shall be created within or attached to the principal unit.
4. An attached accessory dwelling unit shall not be allowed on lots containing a detached accessory dwelling unit, duplex or multi-family dwelling.
5. The accessory unit shall be designed in a manner so that the appearance of the building remains that of a single-family residence. Separate entrances shall be located on the side or in the rear of the building, or in such a manner as to be unobtrusive in appearance when viewed from the front of the building.
6. The total livable floor area of the principal and accessory units combined shall not be less than 1,200 square feet.
7. The accessory unit shall clearly be a subordinate part of the principal unit. In no case shall it be more than 35% of the principal building’s total livable floor area, nor more than 800 square feet, whichever is less.
8. The accessory dwelling unit shall not have more than 2 bedrooms.
9. Site plans must be provided, including the following:
a. Location and dimensions of the lot(s)
b. Existing topography and natural features
c. Existing layout of the primary/principal residence
d. Proposed modifications to the primary/principal residence and layout of the accessory dwelling unit
e. Existing and proposed off-street parking facilities
f. Existing and proposed locations of all utilities provided to the site
g. Any additional information deemed necessary by the Administrator.