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CityCouncil | 2017-06-20 | 9 | permitted; any approval would require a public hearing, a discretionary use permit and noticing within 300 feet. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. (17-390) Public Hearing to Consider Introduction of Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Regulations Pertaining to Second Units/Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU), and Related Regulations, for Compliance with State Law. Introduced. The Planning Services Manager gave a Power Point presentation and provided revised ordinance language. Mayor Spencer inquired whether the proposed amendments are in the packet. The City Clerk responded in the negative. Mayor Spencer requested the amendments be shown on the overhead projector. Councilmember Matarrese inquired whether waiving the parking requirement does not dispense of requiring design review for an addition to a house. The Planning Services Manager responded in the affirmative. Councilmember Oddie inquired whether the City could certify making ADU housing affordable. The Planning Services Manager responded under the State law, the City is no longer allowed to add requirements above and beyond the State requirements; stated an affordability requirement would be considered burdensome. Councilmember Oddie stated the City has received a lot of correspondence on the size of ADUs; inquired whether the City has flexibility. The Planning Services Manager responded the State recommends at least 850 square feet to be a viable investment for homeowners; stated the Planning Board recommends going with the State standard of 1,200 square feet to provide for flexibility; a lot of Alameda properties would not meet the requirements to build a 1,200 square foot ADU. Councilmember Oddie inquired how many Alameda homes are eligible for up to 1,200 square foot ADU. The Planning Services Manager responded 15% of single family lots, which is approximately 1,000 units. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council June 20, 2017 | CityCouncil/2017-06-20.pdf |