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Exhibit B accessory dwellings are a second smaller dwelling on a lot that contains a primary dwelling, there are efficiencies because the existing infrastructure, public facilities and services can be utilized for the accessory dwelling. A.13 Increase overall residential density in the metropolitan area by creating more opportunities for effectively designed in fill, redevelopment, and mixed use while considering impacts of increased residential density on historic, existing and future neighborhoods. Consistent with this policy, the amendments create more opportunities citywide for accessory dwellings in areas designed for residential use by increasing the number of zones where accessory dwellings are allowed, and by removing several standards that are not reasonable regulations related to siting and design. The remaining standards, such as building height, setbacks and building size ensure that accessory dwellings have minimal impact on surrounding properties in existing and future neighborhoods. A. 14 Review local zoning and development regulations periodically to remove barriers to higher density housing and to make provision for a full range of housing options. Consistent with this policy, the amendments provide for more opportunities for accessory dwellings by increasing the number of zones where accessory dwellings are allowed, and by removing several standards that are barriers because they are not reasonable regulations related to siting and design. The amendments attempt to strike a balance between maintaining livability within existing neighborhoods and and providing housing for all income levels. Housing Type and Tenure Policies A.17 Provide opportunities for a full range of choice in housing type, density, size, cost, and location. A.18 Encourage a mix of structure types and densities within residential designations by reviewing and, if necessary, amending local zoning and development regulations. Consistent with these policies, the amendments provide for more opportunities for smaller housing types within residential areas by increasing the number of zones where accessory dwellings are allowed, and by removing several standards that are unreasonable regulations related to siting and design. Affordable, Special Need, and Fair Housing A.31 Consider the unique housing problems experienced by special needs populations, including the homeless, through review of local zoning and development regulations, other codes and public safety regulations to accommodate these special needs. A.33 Consider local zoning and development regulations impact on the cost of housing.