Accessory Dwelling Unit zoning code amendment (Ordinance 142-2026)
Cleveland Heights
Description
A zoning code change to permit ADUs — small secondary units for family caregiving or rental income. Council sent it to the Planning Commission instead of voting, and a resident asked that compliant ADUs be approved administratively rather than through conditional-use hearings.
Impact summary
Staff estimate 65-70% of eligible parcels could fit an ADU but expect fewer than five built per year — a gentle-density change aimed at keeping families and seniors in the city.
Applicant
- Name
- City of Cleveland Heights (introduced by Mayor Petras)
At a glance
- Hearings
- 2
- Public comments
- 0
- Total mentions
- 2
Recorded in the meeting · City Council
Last discussed Jul 6, 2026.
Meeting timeline (2)
Council Committee of the Whole - Jul 6, 2026
A zoning code change to permit ADUs — small secondary units for family caregiving or rental income. Council sent it to the Planning Commission instead of voting, and a resident asked that compliant ADUs be approved administratively rather than through conditional-use hearings.
Planning and Development Committee of Council - Jun 2, 2026
A draft ordinance would allow attached or detached ADUs in AA, A, and B districts, with owner occupancy required, 800/1,000 sq ft size caps, 24-foot height, 5-foot setbacks, and no extra parking required.
Related issues (1)
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