Highland City Council approved new regulations for accessory dwelling units and authorized the sale of two orphan parcels during a meeting on September 1, 2026, according to a report published September 2.
The Council adopted an ordinance to update internal and attached accessory dwelling unit (ADU) regulations and establish new regulations for detached ADUs, effective October 1. Detached ADUs are permitted on lots measuring 11,000 square feet or larger and are subject to a 1,250 square foot living-area cap and a 25-foot height limit. The ordinance also includes provisions for home setbacks and lot coverage limits.
The Council declared two city-owned properties as orphan parcels and directed staff to proceed with their sale. The first, a 1,015 square foot parcel adjacent to 10653 N Canterbury Drive, is estimated to sell for approximately $5,748 plus pressurized irrigation impact fees. Half of the proceeds will go toward general trail improvements and half toward improvements in the Canterbury North neighborhood. The second parcel, approximately 226 square feet adjacent to 10641 N Canterbury Drive, is estimated at $1,292, with proceeds also split between general and Canterbury North trail improvements.
Additional council actions included the approval of city parking regulation amendments and a contract renewal with DLS Consulting, Inc. for $100,000 to provide grant-writing and legislative consulting services. The Council also awarded the annual road striping bid to RoadSafe Traffic Systems, Inc. for up to $50,173.20.
During the meeting, City Administrator Erin Wells introduced several employees, including new Planner Tech Max Gula and Library Program Manager Sonia Degriselles. Additionally, the Council discussed community sign policy and received updates on the Sky Estates Assisted Living project, which had a postponed Planning Commission hearing.
