Planning, Land Use, and Sustainability Committee
TL;DR
Seattle's Planning Committee heard presentations about Detached Accessory Dwelling Units (DADUs) and backyard cottages as potential solutions to the city's housing shortage. The committee listened to experts from Seattle, Portland, and Oregon discuss how these small residential units could increase affordable housing options in existing neighborhoods.
Key Decisions
- Presentation on Mother-in-Law Apartments and Backyard Cottages Heard in Committee
Agenda
- This Lunch and Learn will feature a presentation from Seattle’s Department of Planning and Development on the current Detached Accessory Dwelling Units (DADU) landscape in Seattle, as well as a discussion with staff from the City of Portland and State of Oregon who have worked to expand the use of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) and DADUs as a housing solution in Oregon. We will also hear from a local architect who has designed and built backyard cottages in Seattle.
- Please Note: Times listed are estimated
- Call To Order
- Items of Business
- 1. Presentations on Mother-in-Law Apartments and Backyard CottagesInformation Item (Inf)Action: heard in Committee
The Information Item (Inf) was heard in Committee.
- Public Comment
- Adjournment