Planning Commission recommends denial of Home Occupations in Detached Accessory Structures, 1–0

Recommendation on Home Occupations in Detached Accessory Structures

0 yes, 1 no

Gordon Willardson (no)

Commissioner McElreath moved to send a positive recommendation to the City Council for File No. 2Z26-DCA-000581-2026 to amend Taylorsville Municipal Code Section 13.11.040, related to the use of detac

0 yes, 1 no

Gordon Willardson (no)

Approval of August 11, 2026 Meeting Minutes

0 yes, 0 no

Continuance of DADU Zoning Text Amendment

0 yes, 0 no

Home Occupations in Detached Accessory Structures Text Amendment

A zoning text amendment allowing home occupations in detached accessory structures up to 1,000 square feet.

approved (6-1) · still approved

DADU Zoning Text Amendment

A draft text amendment complying with state law to permit detached accessory dwelling units on lots 11,000 square feet or larger.

still continued

Detached Accessory Dwelling Units (DADUs)

The city is working on new rules to allow backyard cottages on large single-family lots, balancing state housing mandates with neighborhood preservation.

What it means: Homeowners looking for rental income or flexible housing options for family members.

Municipal Code Text Amendment

Residents may soon be able to run small home businesses out of detached sheds or garages, provided the structure is under 1,000 square feet and meets strict operational rules.

What it means: Local residents who want to operate small-scale businesses, such as micro-farming or craft sales, from a backyard building.