HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrdinance 6376 03/05/2018 CITY OF SPRINGFIELD, OREGON
ORDINANCE NO. r't7; (GENERAL)
AN ORDINANCE MAKING IT EASIER TO ADD AN ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT BY
AMENDING THE SPRINGFIELD DEVELOPMENT CODE SECTIONS 3.2-210, 3.2-215,
3.3-235, 3.3-915, AND 3.3-940 TO ALLOW ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS IN THE
MDR AND HDR ZONING DISTRICTS AS WELL AS THE HISTORIC OVERLAY DISTRICT;
AMENDING PROVISIONS FOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS IN SECTION 5.5-105
THROUGH 5.5-145; AMENDING DEFINITIONS IN SECTION 6.1-110, ADOPTING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SPRINGFIELD FINDS THAT:
WHEREAS, in late 2016 and early 2017, the City Council developed an affordable housing
strategy to increase the supply and accessibility of affordable housing throughout the housing
continuum; and
WHEREAS, encouraging construction of accessory dwelling units is one of Council's strategies
to address housing needs, particularly since they increase the supply of small rental units which
is the tightest part of the rental housing market; and
WHEREAS, the City Council held work sessions on April 10 and May 1, 2017 to identify
potential amendments to the development code to encourage construction of accessory
dwelling units is by amending the development code to make it easier and potentially less
expensive to add an accessory dwelling unit; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a work sessions on July 18 and October 3, 2017 to
review proposed amendments to the development code; and
WHEREAS, the Committee for Citizen Involvement met on June 20 and October 3, 2017 to
provide input on and approve a Citizen Involvement Plan for the accessory dwelling unit code
amendments; and
WHEREAS, the public outreach was conducted in accordance with the approved Citizen
Involvement Plan, including an Open House on September 28, 2017; and
WHEREAS, notice was sent to the Department of Land Conservation and Development on
September 8, 2017, not less than 35 days prior to the first evidentiary hearing in compliance
with OAR 660-018-0020; and
WHEREAS, on October 17, 2017, the Springfield Planning Commission held a duly noticed
public hearing on the proposed text amendments. The Commission left the record open until 5
pm on October 27, 2017. The public hearing was conducted in accordance with Springfield
Development Code Sections 5.2-120 through 5.2-145; and
WHEREAS, on November 8, 2017, after review of the staff report, evidence in the record,
written comments, and testimony of those who spoke at the public hearing, the Planning
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Commission recommended approval of text amendments based on the findings of fact set forth
in the Commission's Order and Recommendation; and
WHEREAS, on December 4, 2017, the Springfield City Council conducted a first reading and
held a duly noticed public hearing on the recommended text amendments and left the record
open to accept written comments through December 18, 2017; and
WHEREAS, on January 16, 2108, the City Council held a work session to review the evidence
and testimony presented to Council, then conducted a second reading of the ordinance during
regular session; and
WHEREAS, on February 5, 2018, the City Council held another work session and conducted a
third reading of the ordinance during regular session; and
WHEREAS, on February 12, the City Council held a work session and is ready to approve the
text amendments in Exhibit B based on the findings of fact in Exhibit A; and
WHEREAS, these regulations are adopted through the City of Springfield's broad home rule
authority under the Chapter II of Springfield City Charter which provides the following:
Section 4. Powers of the City. The City has all powers that the constitutions, statutes
and common law of the United States and of the State of Oregon now or hereafter
expressly or impliedly granted or allowed the City, as fully as though this Charter
specifically enumerated each of those powers.
Section 5. Construction of Powers. In this Charter no specification of power is exclusive
or restricts authority that the City would have if the power were not specified. The
Charter shall be liberally construed, so that the City may exercise as fully as possible all
powers possible for it under this Charter and under United States and Oregon law. A
power of the City continues unless the grant of the power clearly indicates the contrary.
NOW, THEREFORE, BASED ON THE FOREGOING RECITALS, THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SPRINGFIELD ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The Staff Report and Findings attached as Exhibit A are incorporated
herein by reference and adopted.
Section 2. The Springfield Development Code is amended as shown in Exhibit B.
Section 3. Severability Clause. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase
or portion of this Ordinance is, for any reason, held invalid or unconstitutional by a court of
competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent
provision and such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion hereof.
Section 4. Effective Date of Ordinance. Notwithstanding the effective date of
ordinances as provided by Section 2.110 of the Springfield Municipal Code 1997, this ordinance
shall become effective 30 days from the date of passage by the City Council and approval by
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the Mayor or upon the date of acknowledgement as provided in ORS 197.625, whichever date is
later.
ADOPTED by the Common Council of the City of Springfield this-�fj day of-Oi ne-Marsh
2()18, by a vote of 5 for and 0 against. 0 abstain - Pi shi oheri )
March
APPROVED by the Mayor of the City of Springfield this 5th day of= u 201$
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Mayor
ATTEST:
City Recorder
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OFFICE OF TY ATORidEY
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Exhibit A, Page 1 of 10
STAFF REPORT AND FINDINGS
SPRINGFIELD CITY COUNCIL
CODE AMENDMENTS FOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS(ADUs)
Council Public Hearing Date: December 4.2017
Date of Decision: March 5, 2018
Journalif: 811-17-000057-TYPO
PROPOSAL DESCRIPTION
Proposal: Encourage accessory dwelling units(ADUs)by simpldving the development code
requirements and allowing accessory dwelling units not just in the Low Density
Residential zone but also in the Medium and High DensityResidential zoning districts
and the Washburne Historic District
Applicant: City of Springfield
Location: Applies to all residential zoning districts(Low Density Residential—LDR, Medium
Density Residential—MDR and High Density Residential—HDR)within the city,limits
BACKGROUND
The City Council has developed an affordable housing strategy with the goal of increasing the supply and
accessibility of housing in Springfield throughout the housing continuum. One of the strategies is to
encourage the construction of accessory dwelling units One way to encourage accessory dwelling units
is by revising the development code to make it easier and potentially less expensive to add an accessory
dwelling unit.
SUMMARY OF PROPOSED AMENDMENTS
Proposed amendments are shown in legislative format in Exhibit B The proposed amendments expand
options for accessory dwelling units in the following ways:
• Allow an existing small dwelling to become an ADU (if it is less than 800 square feet), and build a
pitman dwelling unit.
• Allow ADUs on properties zoned medium and high density residential
• Allow ADUs in the Washburne Historic District, subject to the requirements of Springfield
Development Code Section 3 3-900(Historic Overlay District).
• Remove the minimum size requirement of 300 square feet for an ADU.
• Remove the ratio requirement(currently an ADU cannot exceed 40 percent of the size of the
primary dwelling), while increasing the maximum ADU size requirement of 800 square feet.
• Allow more flexibility in the location of the entrance to the ADU
• Waive the off-street parking requirement if there is nn-street parking available(and there are no
adopted plans to remove the on-street parking)
• Allow an unpaved off-street parking space in certain situations.
• Remove requirement for the property owner to live on site
• Allow more options for meeting design standards.
• Allow manufactured homes(Type 2) and approved towable structures as ADUs so long as they
are permitted, inspected, and approved by the local authority.
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Exhibit A, Page 2 of 10
NOTIFICATION AND WRITTEN COMMENTS
In accordance with the Oregon Administrative Rules (OARS) 660-018-0030prior to adopting a change to
an acknowledged comprehensive plan or land use regulation, local governments are required to notify the
state Department of Land Conservation and Development (DLCD) at least 35 class prior to the first
evidentiary hearing. A Notice of Proposed Amendment was transmitted to the DLCD on September 8,
2017,which is 39 days prior to the Springfield Planning Commission's public hearing on the matter.
Notice of the Planning Commission's public hearing was mailed to the Washbume Neighborhood
Association Board on October 3.2017 as required by Springfield Development Code 5 2-1 I5 A:
published in the leg
al notices section of l he Register Guard on October 6, 3017 as required by
Springfield Development Code 5 2-115 B; and emailed and mailed to the interested parties list on October
5, 2017
Notice of the City Council's public hearing was mailed to the W ashbume Neighborhood Association
Board on November 20, 2017 as required by Springfield Development Code 5 2-115 A; published in the
legal notices section of The Register Guard on Nos ember 22, '_017 as required by Springfield
Development Code 5.'_-115 B: and emailed and mailed to the interested parties list on November 20.
2107.
APPROVAL CRITERIA
Springfield Des elopment Code Section 5 6-115 lists the approval criteria for an amendment to the code.
A In reaching a decision on the adoption or amendment of refinement plans and this Code's teat,the
City Council shall adopt findings that demonstrate conformance to the following:
I The Metro Plan:
2. Applicable State statutes: and
3. Applicable State-wide Planning Goals and Administrative Rules
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. Consistency with the Metro Plan
The Eugene-Springfield Metropolitan Area General Plan (Metro, Plan) is the prevailing
Comprehensive Plan. The Springfield 2030 Refinement Plan Residential Land Use and Housing
Element was adopted in 2011 through Springfield Ordinance 6268 and Lane Counts Ordinance
No. PA. 1274 as a refinement to the Afetro Plmi. Amendments to the development code must be
considered within the context of Springfields adopted policies. Thus any proposed amendments
must be consistent with the Metro Plan Residential Land Use Element and the Springfield 7030
Residential Land Use and Housing Element. The Springfield 7035 Transportation .vl'sleni Plan
adopted in 2014 by Springfield Ordinance 6314 and Lane Count}' Ordinance No. PA 1303 is a
functional plan of the Afetro Plan Applicable policies and findings of fact showing compliance
with those policies are presented below.
The Hollowing Metro Plan policy from the"Citizen Involvement Element" is an applicable
approval criterion for the development code amendments.
K3 Lmprore and maintain local mechanisms Uiat provide the opportunitrfor residents and
propertyon tiers in existing residential areas to parneipale in the implementation of
polis its in the Metro Plan thal nun•affect the character of those areas.
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Exhibit A, Page 3 of 30
Finding. The code amendments implement the housing policies of the Metro Plan. Residents
and property owners har e had the opportunity to participate in the preparation and
adoption of the amendments to the Springfield Des elopment Code as per the Citizen
Invoh ement Plan approved by the Committee for Citizen his olvement on October 3,
2017.
All City Council and Planning Commission meetings are ads ertised and open to the
public, including the work sessions during which the elected and appointed officials
discussed the code amendments. The general public and community groups were
informed throughout the process b} media coverage and the Internet, including social
media and the city's website
The primary ways for residents and property owners to participate in the des elopment of
the code amendments was through an Open House on September 28,2017,the Planning
Commission's public hearing on October 17,2017, and the Council's public hearing on
December 4, 2017. The Commission left the record open until 5.00 pm on October 27,
2017 to allow for additional written comments. rhe Council left the record open through
December 18, 2017 to allow for additional written comments.
Thirtv-xis people signed in at the Open House,the comments of which are included as
Exhibit C2.
There is one active neighborhood organization in the City,the Washbume Neighborhood
Association Staff had verbal communications with the Board in August and ins tied
them to the Open House on September 19.2017 and sent them formal notice of the
Planning Commission public hearing as per Springfield Development Code 5 2-115 A on
October 3. 2017. People who signed up on the city's interested parties list for Affordable
Housing or the Department of Development and Public Works were sent an invitation to
the Open House on September 19,2017,and a notice of the Planning Commission's
public hearing on October 5,2107. An article in the city's newsletter, "Springfield
Connection" advertised the Open House. The Eugene Week& included the Open House
on the Community Calendar in the Sept 21 and 28 issues. The City provided notice of
the Open House via Tw itter on Sept. 13,26, and 28 and via Facebook on Sept 13 and 26
The City's News Release on Sept. 14 and 25 that featured the Open House and mentioned
the Planning Commission public hearing resulted in the KVAUKMTR piece that ran on
Sept. 28 Notice of the Planning Commission public hearing was published in the legal
notices section of the Register Guard on October 6,2017 as required by Springfield
Development Code 5 2-1156.
The Historic Commission met on September 26, 2017 to provide a recommendation
regarding allowing ADUs in the Washbume Historic District A letter from the Chair is
included as Exhibit Cl. The Commission met again on November 16, 2017 to further
discuss whether or not the proper owner should be required to live on site if the
property is developed with an ADU and the majority voted to support that requirement.
On November 20, 2017, notice for the City Council public hearing was sent to the
Washbume Neighborhood Association and the city's Affordable Housing and
Development and Public Works interested parties lists, including those who have testified
thus far Legal notice of the City Council's public hearing was published in the Register
Guard on November 22, 2017. To further adeernse the public hearing.on November 27,
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Exhibit A, Page 4 of 10
2017,the Citi issued a news release and posted notice on social media. The Register
Guard published an article regarding Springfield's request for residents to testify at the
Council's public hearing. 6VAUKMTR and 6F.ZI also covered the Council's public
hearing on December 4, 2017 including Council's incitation for additional public
comments to be submitted through December 19, 2017.
The following Afetro Plan policies from the"Metropolitan Residential Land Use and Housing
Element'are applicable approval criteria for the development code amendments.
Residential Den.erti
A 10 Promote higher residential densun inside the UGB that unlizes existing infrastructure,
mrprores file zfciene.v o(pub6c senses and f tcihnes, and conserves rural resource
lands outside the UGB.
Finding. In the LER zone,adding an ADU doubles the number of dwelling units on the lot and
therefore increases the residential density. In the MDR and HDR zones,either one or
two ADUs will be permitted bringing the density of the lot up to the minimum density
allowed to the zone. The ADUs will tap into the utility lines in place to serve the primary
dwelling. Transportation access to the ADUs w ill be from rights-of-wa) which in most
cases will already be developed. In some cases where the primary dwelling takes access
from a street and the access to the ADU is from an unimproved alley,the alley would
need to be improved. Public see%ices and facilities already in place to serve the residents
in the primary dwellings would also be available to serve the residents to the ADUs.
Thus, promoting ADUs promotes higher residential density inside the UGB while
utilizing existing infrastructure, improving the efficiency of public services and facilities,
and conserving rural resource lands outside the UGB.
_A 13 Increase)reran residential dens n,in the metropolitan area fir creating more
apportunities for eN•ettreh'designed m-fill, redeceloprnent, and mixed use while
considering impacts of increased residential dent¢,on historic, existing and future
neighborhoods.
Finding: ADUs add dwelling units in areas that are already developed with casting homes
Thus,these new units are designed as in-fill projects,either within existing structures or
as new structures on developed residential Iota All the des elopment standards such as
lot cow erage, setbacks, and solar access w dl continue to apply to all building,on the lot
(hese standards thus w dl continue to address potential impacts of development on
adjacent neighbors. ADUs in the Washburne Historic District will be processed as a
Type B land use application that must comply with the Alteration Standards in 3.3-945 of
the Development Code to protect the historic character of the Historic Landmark District.
Amendments to the design standards for ADUs require that the ADU either matches the
primary dwelling or meets clear and objective standards,w ith an option to meet other
standards subject to a Type It land use decision Thus these standards ensure that the
ADU is designed to be compatible with either the primary dwelling or the neighborhood.
Thus,the proposed amendments increase overall residential density,in the metropolitan
area by creating more opportunities for effectively designed in-fill while considering
impacts of increased residential density on historic,existing and future neighborhoods.
A 14 Review local inning and development regulalmns periodically to remove barriers to
higher dens or housing andm make provision for a Jill range of housing options.
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Exhibit A,Page 5 of 10
Finding Given that there has e only been two ADUs permitted in the C it), in the past ten}ears,
Council initiated these code amendments to make it easter and potentially less expensive
to add an ADU. Removing the off-street parking requirement in situations where parking
is as actable allows development of ADUs to situations that would not be possible if off-
street parking was required Allowing for unpaved parking in certain situations also
reduces the cost of development which could be a barrier to des elopment. Removing the
owner-occupancy requirement allows property owners ss ho do not live in the property
more options for des eloping their property. Removing the owner-occupancy requirement
also allows homeowners to sell their property without a reslnctn e covenant that binds
potential buyers to a residencv requirement. The code amendments provide more options
for designing an ADU by allowing an existing dwelling to become an ADU, removing
the minimum size requirement for the ADU, remos ing the ratio requirement for the size
of the ADU.allowing more flexibility in the location of the entrance to the ADU.
allowing more options for meeting design standards, and allow ing manufactured homes
and approved towable structures as ADUs. The code amendments remove barriers to
higher density housing and increase the feasibility of an ADU as a housing option.
A 16 .Allrnv far the derelopnient ofroning districts a hich allow'overlap of the established
Metro Plan densttr ranges to promote housing chance and reeult it, either nainlanung or
nnerrasnng housing rlensitr in those di trios (Sider no circumstances, shall housing
densities he allou ed helou'ertsting.Werro Plan densav ranges
Finding Per Policy A.9, the Metro Plan densttv ranges for low density is up to 14 28 dwelling
units per net acre, 14.28 through 28.56 units per net acre for medium density, and over
28.56 units per net acre for high density. ADUs are allowed in the MDR and HDR zones
onh if the lot sizes are small enough such that the resulting number of dwellings on the
lot meets the minimum densttr requirement for the zoning district(14 units per net acre
for MDR and 29 units per net acre for HDR). Thus, housing densities will be within the
existing Retro Plan density range.
Hotecing Tjpe and Teniae
AJ- Provide oppornnmiesfor aJLll range of choice of housing tipe, density, size, cast and
location.
Finding: ADUs offer a small size home(800 square feet or less)option in neighborhoods that
will often be developed with single-family homes. This housing type pros ides an
alternative to apartment complexes for renters that are generally available in medium and
high density residential areas. ADUs also provide an option for housing famih'members
or on-site caregis ers that facilitate independence and proximity. Due to their smaller size
and the fact that the) do not need additional land,ADUs are more affordable than single-
family homes. Thus ADUs add to the range of choice of housing types, density, size,
cost and location.
A 18 Enc maage a mix ofstructure ltpes and densities within residential designations by
reviewing and, if necessaw, amending local coning and development regulations.
FindingEight-four percent of the units added to the housing stock in Springfield from 2008 to
2016 were single-family homes. Two were ADUs The code amendments remove
regulatory barriers(off-street parking, owner occupancy, prohibition against
manufactured homes and towable structures, prohibition in the MDR and HDR zones and
the Washbume Historic District)and allow more flexibility(size requirements and design
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Exhibit A,Page 6 of 10
options) These amendments to development regulations encourage ADU%to be a part of
the mix of structure p'pes available within residential designations.
Affordable Special A'eed and Farr housing
A 33 (onsider local inning and development regulations in pact on the cast of housing
Finding Providing a paved off-street parking space adds cost to the development of an ADU.
The proposed amendments offer two opportunities to reduce the cost of providing
parking for the ADU I)removing the requirement for off-street parking if on-street
parking is and will continue to be available, and(2) allowing for off-street parking to be
unpaved in certain circumstances. Thus, the impact of development regulations on the
cost of housing is considered in the code amendments.
The following policies from the Springfield 2030 Comprehensive Plan Residential Lund Use
and Housing Element are applicable appro,al criteria for the development code amendments
Plot, for Growth and Needed Housing
H6 C'ontinue to seek mats to reduce development impedinumts to inore efficrent utilization of
the residential land supple'inside the UGB, espeeralll'in the Citi s sloped areas
(soudteast.Springfield and Willamette Heights)
Finding: ADUs add housing units to land that is already developed. Thus,they help make
efficient use of the residential land supply inside the UGB Regulatory requirements can
be an impediment to development if they,add cost or do not allow the location, size,tv pe,
or design of a house desired by the property owner. The code amendments increase the
area where ADUs are allowed(MDR and HDR zones,Washburne Historic District),
remove the minimum size and ratio requirements, allow for manufactured homes and
towable structures as ADUs,and allow more flexibility in the design standards. Thus, the
amendments reduce development impediments to more efficient utilization of the
residential land supply inside the L IGB.
Foster Housing Chou e and Affordabilol
H 9 provide a broad range of quality accessible and affordable housing options for veru low,
/on and moderate nieonne residents. Affordable housing is defined as housuigfor which
persons or famlies pav 30 pert int or less of their gross income fim hauemg, including
necessan'and essential inrinics [oregor Revised Stands 456 055]
Finding. The data analysis completed as part of developing an affordable housing strategy
indicated that vacanct rates for rentals are very low,and that the waiting lists are longest
for one-bedroom and studio units. Based on the American Community Survey, in 2013,
53%of Springfield renters paid more than 30%of their gross income for housing,
including necessary and essential utilities. Accessory dwelling units have the potential to
protide additional housing options for these smaller units which by size tend to be more
affordable to those with low and moderate incomes Thus, code amendments that make it
easier to add an ADU pros ide the opportunity for a broader range of affordable housing
options for very low, low and moderate income residents
Encourage Housing Dnrrsits•& Quality Neighborhoods
H 11 Continue to seek wars to update development standards to introduce a warren'of housing
options for all income levels in both existing neighborhoods and new resuleruud arcus
that inutch the charging demographics and libests les of Springfield residents
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Exhibit A,Page 7 of 10
Finding: ADUs add another rental housing option to those with low to moderate income, in
existing neighborhoods. These ADUs create opportunities for income generation that
may be particularly useful for retirees, especially as Springfield's population continues to
age They also provide opportunities for seniors to age in place by allowing for on-site
caretakers. ADUs allow for intergenerational living and provide an alternative housing
option for people wanting to remain in their neighborhood even if their life circumstances
change. The code amendments that encourage ADUs update the development standards
to encourage ADUs as an option in both existing neighborhood,and new residential
areas that match the changing demographics and lifestyles of Springfield residents
H 15 Update residential development standards m enhance the gaahtc and afJordabiluv of
neighborhood mull development (e g.purtrnons, daplex developments, trunsloonal
neighborhoods rehab housing, acce,esnndwelling mats)and mita-farnihzlevelopnent
Finding: ADUs are a iv pe of infill development. Removing off-street parking requirements if
on-street parking is and will continue to be available,and allowing for unpas ed parking
in certain circumstances reduce the cost of deN eloping an ADU and allows for more
design options on the lot Other code amendments addressing size and design allow for
more flexibility while continuing to ensure quality. Thus, these amendments update
residential development standards to enhance the affordability of ADUs as neighborhood
infill development.
The following policy from the Springfield 1035 Transportation System Plan is an applicable
approval criterion for the development code amendments.
26 Manage the on-street parking eulent to preserve adegacne capacu(r and turnover for
surrounding land uses
Finding: Department of Environmental Quality research from 2014 shows that"because ADUs
are extremely rare (Portland,the nation',ADU 'leader' has them on less than I%of
eligible lots), and because ADU households have fewer cars than other household,,
ADUs should have virtually no effect on parking conditions on a citywide basis."'
Likewise in Springfield, it is anticipated that there will be minimal impacts to on-street
parking on a citywide basis. The amendments require one off-street parking space for the
ADU (in addition to that required for the primary dwelling) if there is no on-street
parking or if there are adopted plans to remove the on-street parking. Thus, the code
amendments help manage the on-street parking system to preserve adequate capacity and
tumo er for surrounding land uses.
Finding: The code amendments comply with applicable policies from the d&(ro Plan including
the Springfield 2030 Comprehensive Plan Residential Land Use and Housing Element
and the Springfield 3035 Transportation Srstem Plan, and therefore meet Criterion A.1.
Martin Brown,"Accessory Dwelling Units in Portland,OR. Evaluation and interpretation of a survey ofADU
owners"(Oregon Department of Environmental Quality.June 3014,http //acce,sorydwllings org/2014/07'09/are-
adus-green-housmg/I
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Exhibit A, Page 8 of 10
2. Consistency with State statues.
In 2017, the legislature passed Senate Bill 1051 which resulted in changes to ORS 197.
Applicable statutes are listed below as approval criteria
ORS 19'.312 (5)(a) 9 ,It u0h al opotation greater than 2,500 or if county,a ith a populanon
greater than 15,000 shall allow in areas zoned for detached single-Januh,chi ellings the
development of at least one aeeesson•dwelling una(or each detached single-dourly
dwelling, suhleci to reasonable local regulations relating to sang and design
(li) ,f e used in this subsection, "accessory duelling unit"means an inferior, attached or
detached residential 5traenre that is used in connection with or that is ace escort to it
sungle_fivin t threllmg
Finding' Springfield's estimated population for 2016 is 61,893 making this statute applicable to
the city The LDR, MDR, and HDR zones allow detached single-family dwellings and
therefore are required to allow at least one ADU for each detached single-Tamil}'
dwelling The city's definition of accessory'dwelling states that it"may be located
within, attached to or detached from the primary single-family dwelling' which complies
with subsection(b). The code amendments allow one or two ADUs in the MDR and
HDR zones(depending on lot size)where they were not prew iously allowed. ADUs were
already allowed in the LDR zone. As shown through the findings above,the siting and
design standards comply with Springfield's adopted policies and are reasonable. Thus,
the code amendments comply with this statute
ORS 197.30-(4)(h)(A) 9 ,or mac incident,an application(or a housing development located
utthm the urban grouch boundan'if the development conhphes with clear and oblectire
standards, including hat not boated to clear and objective design standards contained in
the cin'comprehensive plan or land use regulations
(f3) This paragraph does not apph to
W Applications or pernnts_ror residential development in areas described m ORS
I s-30'(5), or
(it) Applu'ahons or pernuts reviewed under an alternative approval process adopted
under ORS 197.307 (6)
Finding: Amendments to the design standards for ADUs require that the ADU eidier matches the
primary dwelling or meets clear and objective standards,with an option to meet
alternative standards subject to a Twpe II land use decision. ORS 197.307(5)(b)covers
an application or permit for residential dew elopment in historic areas designated for
protection under a land use planning goal protecting historic areas. Therefore,the design
standards for ADUs in the Washbume Historic District are not required to be clear and
objective and the alteration standards for the Historic District remain in place The
definitions for manufactured dwellings are amended to allow only non-reflects e siding
and roofing materials rather than somewhat discretionarw requirement that the materials
be similar to the materials used in residential dwellings in the community or which are
comparable to the predominant materials used on surround dwellings. Thus the
amendments make the design standards for ADUs clear and objective a in the land use
regulations
Finding, The code amendments compl3 with applicable statues and therefore meet Criterion A.?..
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Exhibit A, Page 9 of 30
3. Applicable State-wide Planning Goals and Administrative Rules.
The purpose of Statew ide Planning Goal 10 is to ensure the opportunity for the provision of
adequate numbers of needed housing units,the efficient use of buildable land within urban
growth boundaries, and to provide greater certainty in the development process so as to reduce
housing costs.
The following OARS provide standards for compliance with Goal 10 -Housing"to implement
ORS 197.303 through 197.307
0AR 660-008-0010 Allocation a JBtuldableLand
The nnnx and densityof needed housing ie determined it, the housing needs projection
Sufficient buildable land shall he designated an the comprehensav,plan nap to.sanstt'
housing needs bil type and denim range is determined it,the housing needs prolection.
The local buddable lands inventur_r nnst document the amount of buildable land it each
residential plan designation
Finding: The.Springfield Residential Land and Housing,4'eed3 Anah'.sis was adopted as a
Technical Supplement to the Springfield-'030 Refinement Plat Residential Land Use and
Housing Element to 2011. ADUs are not a dwelling unit type called out in this analysts.
Given that by definition, ADUs are Dnh permitted in conjunction with a single-family
detached dwelling, they will not utilize vacant or partially vacant land(as defined in the
Analysts). They provide an infill opportunity that was not accounted for in the Buildable
Land Inventory. Therefore, allowing ADUs in the Medium Density and High Density
Plan Designations will not have an effect of reducing the buildable land in those plan
designations Making it easier to add an ADU in the Low Density Plan Designation will
not have an effect of reducing the buildable land in that plan designation The code
amendments has e no detrimental impact on the Buildable Land Inventory and have the
potential to allow for more housing within the developed areas of the city,particularh'the
smaller rental units that meet the projected need of smaller households who need
affordable options Therefore.the proposed code amendments comply with this
administratne rule.
660-008-0015 Clear and 0hie, Approval Standards Required
(U Except as provided in section (1) of this rude, a local government mat'adopt and
apply only dear and objective standards, c onditnons and procedures regulating the
develop new of needed hoaxing on buddable/and The standards, conditions and
procedures mut'not have the effect, either in themselves at-cion dcrlivehl ofdtscouraging
needed housing through unreasonahle cost or delay
(1)In addition to an approval process far needed horesing based on clear and objective
.nandard3, conditions and procedures us provided to section (1) ofthes ide, a local
government nim'adapt and apply un optional alternative approval process for
applications and pernnits fair rnidenual development based on approval criteria
regulating in whole or in part, appearance or ae3thettes that are not clear and ohjec tire
of
(a) The applicant retains the option ofproceedi ng under the approval process that meets
the requirements ofsectlenn (1).
(h) The approval criteria for the ahernanve approval process connph'pith applu'able
3tu(emtdc land use planning goals and nde3: and
ORDINANCE NO 6376
Exhibit A, Page 30 of 10
(cl The approval criteria for the alteruatn'e approval pieces uutho ile a demal at or
above the dens in level authorised ill the cone under the approval process provided in
set aon (1) of this rude
(3) SubtecIto secaon (1), this rule docs not inlrtn ee an a local government's prerogative
to.
(it) Set approval sta chncis under uhich a particular housing tape is permitted outright.
(b) Impose special conditions upon approval ofa.+pecgic development proposal: or
(c) Fstahlcsh approvalprocedures
Finding: Amendments to the design standards for ADIJs require that the ADU either matches the
pnmaq'dwelling or meets clear and objective standards, with an option to meet
altemative standards subject to a ry pe ❑ land use decision. ORS 197.307 (5)(b)cos ers
an application or permit for residential development in historic areas designated for
protection under a land use planning goal protecting historic areas. Therefore,the design
standards for ADUs in the Washbume historic District are not required to be clear and
objectee and the alteration standards for the Historic District may remain in place. The
definitions for manufactured dwellings are amended to identify the specific materials that
are allowed rather than the somewhat dvscretionary requirement that the materials he
similar to the materials used in residential dwellings in the community or which are
comparable to the predominant materials used on surround dwellings. Thus the
amendments make the design standards for ADUs clear and objective to the land use
regulations
Finding The code amendments comply with applicable Statewide Planning Goals and
Administrative Rules and therefore meet Criterion A.3.
ORDINANCE NO 6376
Exhibit B
Amendments to the Springfield Development Code
to Encourage Accessory Dwelling Units
The amendments are shown in legislative format(deleted text with strike-thru red font and new text
with double underline red font). Commentary is shown in purple italics font.
Chapter 3 Land Use Districts
3.2-200 Residential Zoning Districts
Section 3.2-210 Schedule of Use Categories
Commentary: Allow accessory dwelling units in all areas Zoned for detached single-family dwellings as
required by Oregon Revised Statutes 197.311(5)which was added by Senate Bill 1051.
Use Categories/Uses Zoning Districts
Residential Uses LDR SLR MDR HDR
Dwellings
Accessory dwelling unit(Section 5.5-100) P P Np by
3.2-215 Base Zone Development Standards
Commentary: Clarify that minimum setbacks apply to primary structures andADUs.
Minimum Setbacks for Primary Structures and Accessory Dwelling Units(4)(5)(7)(8)(9)(10)
Residential Zoning District
Development Low Density Small Lot Medium Density High Density
Standard Residential(LDR) Residential(SLR) Residential(MDR) Residential(HDR)
Front Yard 10 feet 30 feet 10 feet 10 feet
Street Side Yard 10 feet 10 feet 10 feet 10 feet
Rear Yard 30 feet 10 feet 10 feet 30 feet
Interior Yard 5 feet 5 feet 5 feet 5 feet
Setbacks Without
Zero Lot Line
Interior Yard 10 feet 30 feet 10 feet 10 feet
Setbacks with Zero
Lot Line
Front Yard 18 feet measured along the driveway from:
Setback: Garages 1. The property line fronting the street or back of the sidewalk,whichever is
and Carports(6) closest to the face of the garage or carport;or
2. The property line fronting the street or the back of the sidewalk,whichever is
closest to the far wall of the garage or carport where the face of the structure is
perpendicular to the street.
3. Where a garage or carport faces a panhandle driveway,the I8 feet is measured
from the inner travel edge(pavement or gravel)within the panhandle to the face
of the structure.
Exhibit B, Page 1 of 13
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Alley Access: For new alleys the setback is 5 feet measure from the edge of the alley;for existing
Garage alleys that are less than 20 feet wide,the setback is 3 feet.
Accessory Accessory structures shall not be located between any front or street side yards of
Structures a primary structure and shall be set back at least 3 feet from interior side and rear
lot/parcel lines.
Panhandle and All setbacks for panhandle lots/parcels are based on the orientation of the front
Duplex and rear of the dwelling occupying the lot/parcel. All setbacks for duplexes on
Lots/Parcels corner lots/parcels are based upon the front yard of each unit established by the
street or streets for address purposes.
(19) Accessory dwelling units may be located up to five feet from an alley. If the accessory dwelling is
located above an alley access garage,the setback for the garage from the alley also=21=1a
the accessory dwelling unit even if it is less than five feet
Section 3.2-235 Residential Manufactured Dwellings
Commentary: Allow for use of Type 2 manufactured homes funder 800 square feet)as accessory
dwelling units in the Low,Small Lot Medium,and High Density Residential Districts.
The siting of manufactured dwellings in residential Districts is permitted
subject to the provisions of this section:
A. Manufactured Home-as permitted use in manufactured home subdivisions,manufactured
dwelling parks and all lots/parcels zoned and designated Low and Medium Density provided that
units placed on individual lots/parcels outside of existing platted manufactured home
subdivisions shall be Type 1 classification and all density standards are satisfied. A Type 2
manufactured home may be sited in manufactured dwelling parks,interior lots of existing and
platted manufactured home subdivisions,as accessory dwelling units.and in multifamily
developments.
Section 3.3-900 Historic Overlay District
Commentary: Allowing accessory dwelling units in the Washburn Historic Landmark District requires
that they be addressed in the Historic Overlay District.
3.3-915 Review
B. The following major alterations of Historic Landmark Sites or Structures shall be reviewed under
Type II procedures as specified in Section 3.3-945;
1. Additions, partial demolitions,or substantial alterations to a building facade;
2. A change to a more intensive use category as defined in the underlying zoning district;
3. Installation of 4 or more parking places;
4. Removal or radical trimming of large established trees or vegetation,except where
necessary for immediate public safety as determined by the City Engineer;
S. Specific Development Standards in the Washburne Historic Landmark District specified
in Section 3.3-9358;
Exhibit B,Page 2 of 13
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6. New construction of 1,000 square feet or more within the Washburne Historic
Landmark District;
7. Addition of an accessory dwelling unit that complies with the Development Standards n
Sett on 3 3-940'ar
B. Any other alteration or use that the Director determines may detract from the historic
character of a Historic Landmark Site or Structure.
3.3-940 Development Standards
A. SiaCa LPlacement. In GFdeF4To protect the historic character of anthe Washburne Historic
Landmark District or an individual Historic landmark Structure,residential garages may be
permitted to abut an alley, provided that:
1. Minimum fire separation as required by the Building Safety Codes is not exceeded;and
2. Access is taken from the alley.
B. Accessory DWellipeUnits. To protect the historic character of the Washburne Historic Landmar
District or an individ ual Historic Landmark Structure,the followine standards applvto a ory
dwelling units in rei dent al d str'cts,
1. Accessory dwelling units must meet the requirements in 5egjigp -105through
140 of this Code, x of where they confli twith the standards of the Historic Overlay
ri
2. TVpQ 2 man fa t r d homes shall not be used as an accessom dwelline unit,
Chapter 5 The Development Review Process and Applications
Section 5.5 Accessory Dwelling Units
5.5-105 Purpose
Commentary: Delete the first section of the Purpose which actually defines an accessory dwelling unit
and rely on the definition that is in Chapter 6.
dwelling;Is a seGBAGIaFy,self EentaiRed dwelling that may be allewed only R
Rd
Exhibit B,Page 3 of 13
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4• E._..be 6 eated.within attached ta9Fd..taehed{......thePF!MaFy single family dwell:Rg
Commentary: Match the purpose of accessory dwelling units to policy language in the Springfield 2030
Comprehensive Plan Residential Land Use and Housing Element(Policies H.6, H.9,H.11, and H.15).
A. An accessory dwelling unit is intended to:
1. Provide the opportunity to Aadd accessible and affordable units to existing pausing
steak orho leptial areas:
2. Provide flexibility ,.c_commodatefachanges in household size orcomposition over
the course of time, .illo ing for intergenerational living and on-sit
aretakers/assistants:
3. Make efficient use of residential land:an
4. Fit into the preteet-neighborhood while maintaining stability, property values,and inthe
case of low-density residential zones the single-family residential appearance ofthe
neighborhood by ensuFlAg that AeEeGSGFy DWelliRg WRItS aFe G8R6tFWGtPd Ral-F the
pFavislaRs ef this Sect 90.
Commentary: Make grammatical structure consistentfor each phrase.
B. An accessory dwelling may be established by:
1. ConverJ)pgsierief an attic,basement or garage or any other portion of the primary
dwelling;
2. Adding floor area to the primary dwelling,including a second story;or
3. Constructiggenef a detached accessory dwelling unit on a lot/parcel with a primary
single-family dwelling.
i Commentary: Allow existing small dwellings to become the accessory dwelling unit.
4. Converting an existing dwelling Unit to the acce55Qry dwelling mit(if it is leas than R00
square feet)and building a pfmary dweltng g
5.5-110 Applicability
Commentary. Allow accessory dwelling units to be built first or at the some time as the primary dwelling
A. Accessory dwelling units are permitted on LDR properties with an existing. primary dwelling,
within the city limits.
Commentary: Allow accessory dwelling units in all areas zoned for detached single-family dwellings as
required by ORS 19Z312(5)which was amended by SB 1051 as long as the new development would
Exhibit B,Page 4 of 13
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meet the minimum density requirements in the MDR or HDR zoning district. If the lot or parcel
developed with o single-family house is larger than those listed below,then the property owner would
need to consider other options such as land divisions or building multi family dwellings in order to
achieve the minimum density requirements. Multi-unit design standards apply to three or more attached
units. Therefore,if there are two accessory dwelling units, one must be detached from the main
structure.
B. Accessory dwelling units are permitted on MDR properties with a orimary dwelline.within the
city limits.according to the followine standards:
1. On a lot or parcel with area 6650 square feet or less,one or two accessory dwelline
un'ts are perm tted
2. On a lot or parcel with area greater than 6650 square feet but not greater than 10.00
square feet,two accessory dwell ng units are permitted. Asingleaccessopldwelling
unit on such lot or parcel isnot permitted.
3. An accessory dwelling unit is not permitted on a lot or parcel with area greater than
10.000 square feet.
4. If two accessory dwellings are constructed,at least one must be detached from the
orimary dwelline.
C. Accessory dwelline units are permitted on HDR properties with a orimary dwell ng,within the
'ty limits.according to the following standards
1. On a lot or parcel with area 3200 square feet or less one or two accessory dwelline
units are permitted.
2. On a lot or parcel with area greater than 3200 square feet but not greater than 4800
square feet,two accessory dwelling units are Permitted. A single accessory dwelling
unit on such lot or parcel isnot permitted
3. An accessory dwelling is not permitted on a lot or parcel with area greater than 4800
souare feet.
4. If two accessory dwellings are constructed,at[egg on root he detached from th
orimary dwelline.
Commentary: Allow accessory dwelling units in the Washburne Historic District.
D. FXCWT14 I-Accessory dwelling Upnits are grehibkedpermitt en4ee..,�a:F;swithin the
`"'--hh ..•••-- Historic Overlay District subject to the provisions of Section 3.3-910 through-3-a-
945-
Exhibit
hrough3.3-
945Exhibit B,Page 5 of 13
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5.5-115 Review
Commentary: Add that ADUs in the Washburne Historic District and in some other cases,ADUS are
reviewed under a Type 11 procedure.
An accessory dwelling unit is reviewed under Type I procedure exceot in the Historic Overlay District or
except as provided in Sections 5.5-1251F and 5.5-130C when the accessory dwelling unit's reviewed
oder ander a Tvo
5.5-120 Submittal Requirements
Add to the submittal requirements to make enable a complete review of the application.
A plan drawn to scale and dmens oned showing the proposed accessory dwelling unit and its relation to
the property lines.the primary dwelling and other structures on the lot/parcel including fences and
wa111:existing and proposed trees and landscaping;, lot/parcel area and dimensions, percent of
lot/parcel coverage,building height,entrance locations,;location of utilities and meters,curb cuts.
sidewalks(public and private)and off-street parking area;a detailed floor plan of the accessory dwelling
unit,drawn to scale with labels on rooms indicating uses or proposed uses;and a separate written
response demonstrating how the required development standards listed in Section 5.5-125 can be met.
5.5-125 Development Standards
Commentary: Make accessory dwelling unit"single"for style consistency.
Aa2ccessory dwelling units shall meet the following standards:
A. The accessory dwelling unit shall meet all applicable standards in this Code including,but not
limited to;setbacks,height,lot/parcel coverage,solar access and building codes in effect at the
time of construction.
Commentary., Rely on 5.5-140 to regulate the minimum lot/parcel size.
R :Phe MIRiMUM l8t4PARAI;';P tO AORQ41-14 AR Affe%eFy dwell Rg UAit is as SpeFlf Pal OA cast 9A
3,i-2}rr.
iG$. The accessory dwelling unit shall contain a kitchen,bathroom,living,and sleeping area that are
completely independent from the primary dwelling.
Commentary: Remove the ratio requirement for size of the accessory dwelling unit and increase the size
allowed to 800 square feet.
&C. The accessory dweIIine unit shall not exceed 800 square feet or;she square footage of the
aeeesse Fy dwell ng umt-`a"net eiisee' "^peFeeRt-`the primary dwelling jexclusive of the
garage for the 12rima[V dwell n
not he less than 300 SqUaFP feet The MAXIM 'M AF--shall net exeeed 750 square feet.
Exhibit 8,Page 6 of 13
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790 squaFe feet n size,in 9FdeF tG ensure a 300 SqUaFe feet m nimum aesessffy dwell Rg UA t.
Commentary: Incorporate building code requirement that an accessory dwelling unit must have its own
outside entrance and remove requirement that allows only one entrance.
Q. The accessory dwelling unit shall have`::.h apa:at2an outside entrances
adahat is separate from the entrance to the orimary dwelling.
Commentary:Allow mare flexibility in the location of the entrance.
ar—A hard surface walkway,a minimum of 3 feet wide,shall be required from the primary
entrance of the accessory dwelling unit to the street or walkway serving the primary
dwelling.
FE. Each dwelling shall have its own address.
Commentary: Waive the on-site parking requirement in some situations where on-street parking is
available. Remove the requirement for the on-site parking space to be paved in certain situations.
Include the level of improvement required to an unimproved alley if the parking for the ADU is accessed
from the alley.
E6. There shall bg 62ne paved,eff sHeet-parking space 9 feet by 18 feet in size for the accessory
dwelling unitin addition to"•-"•-'•tea he oarkine spaces required by Section 4.6-100 for the
orimary dwellinea-:equ#ed. The parking space for the accessory dwelling may be provide
either on-street or off-street as described below:
1. If the primary dwelling has more off-street spaces than required,a surplus parking—space
may he counted as the required oarkine soace forthe accessory dwelling unit
2. An on-street parking space meets the requirement for parking for the accessory
dwelling unit if one ofthe following conditions is MeL
2. There is paved on-street parking available directly abutting the property.th
abutting street includes parking on both sides of the street,and there are no
adopted plans to remove the on-street parkin _or
b. Under Type II procedure.the Director determines based on a park ng utiI zatio
study.that on-street Paved parking is consistently available directly abutting th
subiect property and the roadway is of sufficient width to allow passage-of
emergency vehicles
3 An off-street oarkine space for the accessory dwelling unit accessed from a street mus[
he pavedexcept as follows
Exhibit B,Page 7 of 13
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a. There is a paved driveway at least 18 feet Ione measured from the property lin
that serves the parkioe space for the accessory dwelling unit:or
b The driveway abuts an unimproved awyel street
4 If an off-51reet parking space for an accessory dwelling t 15 accessed from an alley,
the following provisions apply,
a. If the alley prov'dine access's paved the off-street driveway and parking epac
must be paved for a minimum of 18 feet from the alley property I'ne,or
b If the II prow dine access is not payed,the following provisions apply,
I. The off- tr t narkine space is not required to be payed,but tbia
property owner must pave the alley for a distance of 18 feet from on
of the access points from the street unless both access points are paved
for at least 18 feet in conformance with applicable paymiijtanda_�d
apd
ii. The orooertv owner must improve the alley from one of the access
paints of the street by grading and adding rock to the alley from th
edge of the required 18 feet of paving to the driveway in conformance
with the applicable improvement standards.
Commentary: Remove this requirement to allow existing small homes to became the accessory dwelling
unit.
Commentary: Remove the requirement that the property owner live on site.
FeStF GLIB .that states the_-___..% _...__-_14_11 -__:J_ __.L_PFOPBFty_..d the-..____-..
dwell ng unit shall not be seld sepaFately fFem the p0maq,dwell Rg, uRless lawfully PaFt tieRed
Commentary: Add a standardfor outdoor storage and garbage areas.
G. Outdoor storage and garbage areas shall be screened from view from adjacent Properties and
those across the street or alley with a minimum 42-inch tall 100-percent site obscuring fence or
enclosure on at least three sides.
5.5-130 Design Standards
Commentary: Provide the property owner more flexibility in design of the new dwelling while also
including clear and objective design standards(as required by Oregon Revised Statutes 197.307(4)which
was amended through Senate Bill 1051).
Exhibit 8,Page 8 of 13
ORDINANCE NO.6376
An accessory dwelling unit within or attached to the main dwell ina shall either match the primary
dwelling or meet the alternative standards. A newly constructed detached accessory dwelling unit shal
match the primary dwellme,meet clear and objective standards,or meet the alternative standards.
Conversion of a structure permitted under Section 4.71MA to an accessory dwelling-unit is not repuire
to meet the design standards and may he approved under a Type 1 procedure:however.exterior
alterations such as those necessary to meet building codes shall meet relevant design standards below
(match primary dwelline ormeet clear and objective standardsl.
A. Match Primary Dwelling. An accessory dwelling unit may be aooroved under Tvoe 1 procedur
jf jt meetssHaRcemp{y-wifkr the following design standards except that these standards may b
altered when necessary to meet current fire or building codes: where-paet e�.e^"^the,
J______A_Exterior finish materials shall be the same Diore-ea —visually
Match those —in te--- _f type size,-'--__,._'---'r._;-r. --the primary dwellina in terms of
type.size. and placement
e. 2,—Roof pitch shall matc�she the same as the predominate roof pitch of the primary
dwelling.
G 9, TbL(rim around the doors and windows shall be the same 4e type, eeat an and finish as
the primary dwelling.
A.4 Windows shall match those of the primary dwelling in terms of proportion (height and
width ratio)and orientation(vertical vs.horizontal).
E. Eaves shall project from the accessory dwelling unit addition the same distance as the
eaves on the primary dwelling.
S. Meet Clear and Objective Standards. A detached accessory dwelling unit may he approve
under Type I procedure If it meets the following design standards:
1. If a Tvoe 2 manufactured home or a towable structure(that is permitted,inspected an
aooroved by the local authority having jurisdiction)is brought to the site as an accessory
dwell ng unit,it 5hall have its tongue and towing ed. It shall be placed
n an excavated and back-filled foundation,enclosed at the perimeter with stone. Krick
or other concrete or masonry materials aooroved by the Building Official and with n
more than 24 inches of the enclosing material exposed above grade Where the
building site has a slQped grade,no more than 24 nches of the n to in material shall
e exposed on the uphill side of the home(if the dwelling is placed on a basement.the
24 inch limitation will not aoplvl
2. Only non-reflective siding and roofing matedal<are allowed
3. Minimum roof pitch is 3 in 12.
4. Eaves shall project from the accessory dwelling mit at least one foot on all elevations
Exhibit B,Page 9 of 13
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5 The primary entry must have a covered or roofed entrance with a minimum depth and
width of 3 feet
6 The ssory dw Iline may not exceedth h ightol'the primary dwelline.
7. The exterior wall shall provide an offset every 25 feet by providine a recess or extension.
minimum depth of 2 feet and a minimum width of 5 feet for the full height of the wall.
C. Met Alternative Standards. An accessory dwelling may be approved under Tvoe II procedure if
it meets the following design standards
1Siding,roofing mat rials and windows shall be.similar to those used on residential
dwell'ngs in the surrounding nejghborhood
2 Entrances, indnw5 and balconies shall he designed and located with ronsideration of
he privacy of residential neighbors
Commentary: Remove this subsection as it is no longer necessary.
des
Fy dwelling und%existing at the time ef the adeption ef this
an be met.
ng unit somplies with the leFG-411-M If 9-01115 9 9 10; r r 9-9 12Qj
dPd
TL..L .a......{.......{ ..6.. ....PSHGil'lity BAthe PFSpeety awneFtS.6... n.s..r6 IdiAg
fleFMit%
5.5-140 Nonconforming Lot/Parcel Sizes
Commentary: Improve the wording.
Accessory dwelling units shall not be permitted on lots/parcels that do not meet the as l
minimum lot/parcel size stated in Section 3.2-215.
5.5-145 Prohibited Use
jCommentary: Allow Type 2 Manufactured Homes and approved towable structures as accessory
dwelling units.
Mobile homes,.„_., s_- ,.., �.emeshemes, recreational vehicles,motor vehicles,jaitravel trailers and all
hall not be used as an accessory dwelling unit.
Type 2 Manufactured Homes and towable structures that are Permitted,inspected and approved by the
local authority having jurisdiction are allowed.
iExhibit B,Page 10 of 13
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Chapter 6 Definitions
Section 6.1-110 Meaning of Specific Words and Terms
Commentary: Remove redundant definition and replace with a cross reference.
Accessory Dwelling Unit As --- __a d w_I I Rg that
with a detaehed siRgle fam ly dwelling. AR aeeessep�dwell Rg us I is subeFd nate iR size, leeatien,and
._r..... h_.h-,.,,_.,_a
Dwelling Unit,Accessory
Commentary: Change definition to allow an existing house to become the accessory dwelling unit. Also,
require a separate outside entrance for the accessory dwelling unit as required by building codes.
Dwelling Unit,Accessory A secondary,self-contained dwelling that may be allowed only in conjunction
with a detached single-family dwelling. An accessory dwelling unit is subordinate in size;lesatien,-and
appearanee-to the primary detached single-family dwelling. An accessory dwelling unit generally-has its
own outside entrance and always has separate kitchen,bathroom and sleeping area. An accessory
dwelling may be located within,attached to or detached from the primary single-family dwelling.
Commentary: Change definition to recognize that accessory dwelling units could share a wall with the
single-family dwelling.
Dwelling, Detached Single-Family A single-family dwelling on its own lot/parcel that does not share a
wall with any other dwelling other than an accessory dwelling unit. Adetached single-family dwelling
may be either site built or a manufactured dwelling.
Dwelling,Manufactured.
A. Residential Trailer:a structure constructed for movement on the public highways that has
sleeping,cooking and plumbing facilities,that is intended for human occupancy,is being used
for residential purposes and was constructed before January 1, 1962.
i
B. Mobile Home:a structure constructed for movement on the public highways that has sleeping,
cooking and plumbing facilities,that is intended for human occupancy that is being used for
residential purposes and was constructed between January 1, 1962 and lune 15,1976,and met
the construction requirements of Oregon Mobile Home Law in effect at the time of
construction.
C. Manufactured Home:a structure constructed for movement on the public highways that has
sleeping,cooking and plumbing facilities,that is intended for human occupancy that is being
4 used for residential purposes and was constructed on or after lune 15, 1976 in accordance with
Federal Safety Standards Regulations in effect at the time of construction. In addition,
manufactured homes sited within the jurisdictional boundaries of Springfield shall be of either
fType 1 or Type 2 classification and shall comply with the following standards:
E
Exhibit B,Page 11 of 13
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1. Type 1 Manufactured Home:
a. Multi-sectional configuration enclosing a minimum floor area of 1,000 square
feet;
Commentary: Make the design standards clear and objective as required by Oregon Revised Statutes
197.307(4)which was amended through Senate Bill 1051.
b. Siding and roofing materialsshall be non-reflectivel...a_-.�Fa.:_�. .....d...,.a
Commentary: Make the language for roof pitch consistent with other sections of the code.
I
C. Minimum roof pitch of 3 --'f •.�-.e .•t"--'^'--' in 124eeFefwldtlr;
d. Thermal efficiency equivalent to the Oregon One-and Two-Family Dwelling
Specialty Code excluding units built prior to the effective date of this Ordinance
(5-1-94(.These units shall meet or exceed the HUD energy standards that were
in effect at the time of construction.
2. Type 2 Manufactured Home:
Commentary: Allow manufactured homes larger than 500 square feet but smaller than 1000 square feet
to be included as a Type 2 Manufactured Home. Manufactured homes up to 800 square feet could be
used as an accessory dwelling unit.
a. Single-wide unit-`--`I-s - enclosing less than- •-�.,,;
fleerarea-ef50&lMsquare feet;
Commentary: Make the design standards clear and objective as required by Oregon Revised Statutes
197.307(4)which was amended through Senate Bill 1051.
b. Siding and roofing materials shall bg non-reflectivesimi -"�
.'d__.:_:dwell __..:_w 69MMURIty 8FWhiGh_............_._4J......L..
Commentary: Make the language for roof pitch consistent with other sections of the code.
i reMinimum roof pitch of feetve"k-a'3 in 12 f-•."�•••'d h
ea. Thermal efficiency equivalent to the Oregon One-and Two-Family Dwelling
Specialty Code excluding units built prior to May 1, 1994.These units shall meet
or exceed the HUD energy standards that were in effect at the time of
construction.
Exhibit B,Page 12 of 13
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0111111110110
Commentary: Correct inconsistent labelling(Arabic numeral instead of Roman numeral).
Note: Multi-sectional units placed on lots/parcels eligible for Type 2 units shall comply with all
of the standards of a Type 71 manufactured home.
Exhibit B,Page 13 of 13
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