OtherRecommended approval

Detached Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) Code Amendments

Sandy City

Description

Proposed amendments to the Land Development Code to allow detached Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Extended Living Areas (ELAs), with various modifications discussed and recommended.

Impact summary

These amendments aim to increase housing options, support multi-generational living, and comply with state law, while balancing neighborhood impacts.

Applicant

Name: Sandy City

At a glance

Hearings: 1
Public comments: 6
Total mentions: 1

Last vote · Planning Commission

Recommended approval6–1

A recommendation, not a final decision. The council decides next.

Last discussed Aug 20, 2026.

Meeting timeline (1)

Aug 20, 2026Recommended approval 6–1

Planning Commission - Aug 20, 2026

Proposed amendments to the Land Development Code to allow detached Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Extended Living Areas (ELAs), with various modifications discussed and recommended.

Related issues (1)

State Mandate for Detached Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)

To comply with new state legislation under SB 284 taking effect October 1, Sandy is updating its land development code to allow detached ADUs on residential lots of 11,000 square feet or larger. The council reviewed proposed standards for setbacks, height, and parking.

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