Accessory dwelling unit (ADU) activity
Summary
ADUs are legal in Clearwater, including in some non-residential districts, and interest is clearly rising — three planning applications were filed this month alone. Staff is working to educate the public, and the committee discussed whether the owner-occupancy requirement should stay.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
Homeowners seeking rental income and renters seeking smaller, cheaper units benefit from ADU flexibility.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee — October 13, 2026
ADU construction is inching along: four applications are in the pipeline this year, two units are under construction, and two are already built. A North Greenwood overlay coming next year could add more 'missing middle' housing options.
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee — September 8, 2026
ADUs are legal in Clearwater, including in some non-residential districts, and interest is clearly rising — three planning applications were filed this month alone. Staff is working to educate the public, and the committee discussed whether the owner-occupancy requirement should stay.
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