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Mr. Mucher asked about the purpose of the minor changes. Mr. Matson responded that expanding the size will help promote affordable housing by making accessory dwellings more financially viable. Mr. DeBraal briefly explained the benefit of tax savings when improvements are made to a property and the structure used for a family member. Chairman Day opened the item for public comment. There were none. Chairman Day closed the item for public comment. In response to Commissioner discussion, Mr. Sweeney clarified that there is there is no minimum lot size for the allowance of an accessory dwelling unit other than current zoning requirements but it must be a conforming lot and meet all setback requirements. Mr. Sweeney also clarified that the accessory dwelling is assessed at the multi -family rate. Chairman Day called for a Motion. ON MOTION BY Beth Mitchell, SECONDED BY Alan Polackwich. OPPOSSED BY Mark Mucher. The members voted (4-1) to approve the proposed LDR Amendments to Section 971.41 Modifying the Criteria for Accessory Dwelling Units. Commissioners Matters Mr. Mucher suggested further discussion of the concept of a tiny house subdivision with larger lot sizes and an agricultural component. Mr. Matson responded to a question about the total number of approved housing units, explaining approximately 1,000 new homes are built per year but that the number approved could be larger or smaller. Mr. Matson suggested further conversation with research in the context of visioning. Planning Matters Mr. Sweeney said there will be a second PZC meeting on June 23rd Mr. Matson extended an invitation to the first Planning Officials Training Session being held in Fellsmere on Wed. July 27th in affiliation with our local chapter of the American Planning Association. There is a $20.00 per person admittance fee which includes breakfast and lunch. Attorney's Matters There were none. PZC Unapproved Draft Minutes 4 June 9, 2022 102