Recommendation CC.8
Recommendation Status: New
Permit accessory dwelling units (ADU’s) in unincorporated residential zoning districts to increase housing options and promote density while encouraging municipalities losing population to follow St. Louis County's lead to expand the supply of ADUs.
This recommendation help achieve the following
Applicable Geographic Scales
Countywide
Municipalities
Key Issues Addressed
Sustainability Considerations
Sub-geographies
Equity Considerations
Increase housing options for County residents.
Increase more residential density creates the opportunity to expand housing options to retain and attract residents.
Related Planning Topic Areas
Complete Communities
Inclusive
Economies
Low
(Less than $1 mil)
Medium
($1-10mil)
Partnership
Implementation
Lead Partner(s)
St. Louis County Planning Department
Timeline
Ongoing
Near-term
(Within 5 Years)
Supporting Partner(s)
St. Louis County’s Department of Human Services - Office of Community Development
St. Louis County Port Authority
St. Louis Area Banks - i.e., CNB Bank
Project
Cost
High
($10+ mil)
Project, Partnership, or Policy
Policy
Medium-term
(5-10 Years)
Long-term
(10+ Years)
Potential Funding Sources
Private banking market
Tracking Implementation
Shift to a more targeted approach where permit activity my be lagging compared to other geographic areas.
Tracking Success
Number of ADU permits issued
Number of rental occupancy permits issued
Dollar value of permits issued
Increase in population density
If overperforming, what should we do?
Evaluate combining three - to 10-year tax abatement Policy to incentivize homeowners to create ADUs on their primary residential property.
If underperforming, what should we do?