Planning Commission Approves Middle Housing Text Amendment
Madison's Planning Commission voted unanimously to approve state-mandated multifamily housing regulations allowing 2-to-9-unit developments.
Planning & Zoning Commission · Meeting of July 9, 2026
CT MADISON — Madison's Planning Commission voted unanimously to approve state-mandated multifamily housing regulations allowing 2-to-9-unit developments. Consultant Michael D'Amato from Tyche Planning & Policy Group presented the amendment to Article C and Section 9.5, required under Special Session Public Act 25-1 effective July 1, 2026. The Commission made edits including a 1,600 square-foot unit cap, reduced siding requirements, and outdoor lighting limits of 3,000 Kelvin.
The board also approved a coastal site plan for a hot tub installation at 28 Toffee Lane and continued two pet-services applications to August 6, 2026, citing concerns about noise and proximity to neighbors.
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Source: the Planning & Zoning Commission meeting of July 9, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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