ATTACHED ADU

  • The newly constructed unit is attached to the primary structure
  • A minimum of 4’ side and rear yard setbacks from the property line.
  • Includes a sleeping, cooking, bathroom, bathing and living areas.
  • Attached ADUs are allowed to be up to two stories with a height of 25 feet, or height limit in the underlying zoning, whichever is lower. This allows an ADU to be built above an attached garage.
  • ADU is exempt from certain impact fees if less than 750 square feet.
  • Increased floor plan cannot exceed 50 percent of the existing living area.
  • No additional parking can be required if located within one-half mile walking distance of public transit.
  • Cannot be used for short-term rental of less than 30 days.