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The planning board is torn between state mandates and local needs as they debate keeping Wellfleet's generous 1,200-square-foot ADU allowance alongside new state requirements.

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Planning board reviews state ADU rules; members want to preserve larger local ADU allowance
Beth presented redline edits to bring Wellfleet's accessory dwelling unit (ADU) bylaw into compliance with state requirements (900 sq ft or 50% of principal dwelling), but the board discussed retaining the town's existing 1,200‑sq‑ft by‑right option and asked staff to consult town counsel about combining the two approaches.
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August 21, 2026 at 5:34 PM