Reno council members unanimously advanced an accessory dwelling unit ordinance today, as part of agenda item D1, seven years after a Mayor Hillary Schieve led council rejected a similar proposal, despite renewed public comment in opposition.
These so-called “granny flats” will have to be shorter than the primary structure, on lots larger than 5,000 feet and include at least one parking space. Any existing neighborhood plans prohibiting ADUs will continue to prevail.
There were discussions for possible historical area carve out exceptions and having ADUs be rented for a minimum of 28 days, but these suggested changes were abandoned.
The ordinance must be approved a second time, probably later this fall, to get final approval.
Our Town Reno reporting, September 10, 2025