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Accessory Dwelling Unit Ordinance (21-18)Research <br /> Research for Introductions of ADU's in the City of Ramsey <br /> By: Brian McCann <br /> The purpose of this research is analysis of peer community codes regarding standards for <br /> accessory dwelling units (commonly known as ADU's). Researched cities that do not have ADU <br /> ordinances include Anoka, Blaine, Coon Rapids, Ham Lake,Maple Grove,Nowthen, Oak <br /> Grove, Otsego, and Rogers. Additional links for information on ADU's can be found at the end <br /> of the document. Nearby metropolitan communities that regulated ADU's had the following <br /> ordinances: <br /> Andover (pg. 65 — 12-8-5: Accessory Dwelling Unit(ADU)) <br /> - Conditional Use Permit required <br /> - Single-family lots in the R-1 District only <br /> - One (1) ADU per single-family lot <br /> - ADU or principal structure must be owner-occupied, and ADU must be on the same <br /> parcel as the principal structure. The parcel cannot be split to separate the ADU. <br /> - 400—900 sf allowed for total size of ADU <br /> - 20 foot separation from the principal structure <br /> - Must meet the setback requirements for an accessory structure <br /> - Must meet architectural requirements of a single-family residence <br /> - Two (2) off-street parking spaces required in addition to the home's parking spaces <br /> - ADU must have a permanent foundation <br /> - Must adhere to all state laws, state building,plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and fire <br /> code regulations, property maintenance regulations, and City Code requirements. <br /> - Rental license required for rental <br /> - Unlawful to construct or allow occupancy of an ADU that does not meet the above-listed <br /> requirements <br /> Da. on Section 1001.36. Accessory Dwelling Units): <br /> - Attached or internal are permitted <br /> o One (1)ADU permitted per residential lot <br /> o Principal structure must be owner-occupied <br /> o Cannot be utilized as a home occupation or rental (short or long-term) <br /> 0 2 occupants/bedroom maximum <br /> o Size range of 300—960 square feet, or 35% maximum of principal structure <br /> livable square footage—whichever is less. <br /> o Inspections and building permit required <br /> o Match the primary residence <br /> - Detached with Interim Use Permit <br /> o IUP expires when property transfers ownership, or use ceases for one (1) year <br /> o One (1)ADU per residential property <br /> o Cannot have wheels/chassis/axels, and must be placed on concrete foundation <br /> o Familial-relation occupation only <br /> o Minimum lot size of two (2) acres <br />