the MetCouncil's position on accessory housing

The Metropolitan Council supports the construction and increased availability of accessory housing. The Metropolitan Council's 1985 Development Guide advocates for the wider use of these structures and for the adoption of more flexible city zoning ordinances to allow their construction. It reads:

"Adding separate living units in existing single family homes, called 'accessory housing', is one way of making better use of existing housing ..."

"Policy 2: ... Cities should adopt ordinances that allow accessory housing as a realistic option to help meet their housing needs."

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