Accessory Dwelling Units

An accessory dwelling unit, or ADU, is a secondary living space located within a single-family home or in a permanent accessory structure. ADUs must meet City zoning, parking, building, and design requirements.

Key Requirements

  • Owner occupancy is required.
  • Only one ADU is allowed per single-family dwelling.
  • Minimum lot size is 6,000 square feet.
  • ADUs are allowed in most residential zones.
  • Internal ADUs require at least 3 off-street parking spaces.
  • External ADUs require at least 4 off-street parking spaces.
  • ADUs must be registered with the Community Development Department.
  • Impact fees and separate electric meters are not required.

Registration

ADUs must be registered annually through CitizenServe.

Annual fee: $60