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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Appleton public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Zoning Code Overhaul Including ADUs and JADUs
The council unanimously loosened zoning rules to allow more accessory dwelling units, junior ADUs, twin homes, and infill housing — cutting minimum square footage, house width, and roof pitch requirements. Aimed at adding housing in existing neighborhoods and boosting the tax base.
2026 Zoning Code Overhaul to Expand Housing Options
The council unanimously loosened zoning rules to allow more accessory dwelling units, junior ADUs, twin homes, and infill housing — cutting minimum square footage, house width, and roof pitch requirements. Aimed at adding housing in existing neighborhoods and boosting the tax base.