Recovery residences (sober homes)
Summary
State law now forces the city to have an approval process for drug-and-alcohol recovery homes, which can't be excluded from residential zones. The ordinance creates the required application, accommodation review, and appeal process, with a fee structure to come later.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jan 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
A nominal application fee (staff suggested around $150) will be proposed to cover inspection and review costs.
People recovering from addiction gain approved housing options; existing homes are already operating under state preemption.
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