Planning and Zoning Commission - Sept. 9, 2026, Study Session

The Aurora Channel Planning and Zoning Commission held a study session on September 9, 2026, focused on proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) regarding accessory dwelling units (ADUs). Staff presented an overview of the current ADU regulations, which are limited to original Aurora and require conditional use approval, and discussed plans to expand ADU allowances citywide to include internal, attached, and detached types. The proposal aims to simplify the approval process by moving from conditional use permits to administrative approvals, emphasizing high-quality architecture and use standards. Commissioners raised questions about parking requirements, plumbing connections, HOA restrictions, and potential impacts on developers and neighborhoods. Staff noted that the city does not enforce HOA rules and that ADUs would connect to existing utilities with applicable fees. The timeline anticipates public hearings in early 2027, with the goal of adoption by March. The session also clarified that Aurora currently does not have rental inspection programs like Denver. No specific contract awards or procurement actions were discussed during this meeting.