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Standards | Details |
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Zones allowed | Any district that allows a single- or multiple-unit residential dwelling. |
Lot Restrictions | 1 ADU and 1 JADU allowed on single-family lots. 2 detached ADUs and 25% conversion OR 1 attached ADU allowed on multi-unit lots. Not allowed within front yard. |
Minimum Lot Size | None |
Min/Max ADU Size | Min: 150 square feet Max: 1,000 square feet |
ADU Building Height | Detached: 18 feet; up to 20 feet for units where roof pitch is aligned with the roof pitch of the primary dwelling unit AND the site is located within ½ mile walking distance from transit. Attached: height allowed in underlying zoning district. |
Setbacks | Front yard: distance required by underlying zoning. Street, interior, rear: 4 feet. Distance between structures: 4 feet, including eaves. |
Parking Requirements | JADUs: No parking required ADUs: One spot may be required (tandem allowed). No parking required if:
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Owner Occupancy | JADUs: Required. ADUs: Not required Short term rentals are not allowed |
Sample fees from recent permits | ADU 1(429 sf, attached): $6,000 ADU 2 (640 sf, above garage): $7,000 |
Other requirements | Deed restriction required. Design must comply with standards specified in Chapter 20.310. Separate exterior entry required. Tree removals may require a permit. ADUs must conform to all development standards in the zoning district in which they are proposed. |
Process | Building Permit submittal only. Making an appointment to meet with a planner in the initial stages of the project can help avoid challenges and is highly recommended. |
Exceptions | Appeal process or Waiver and Modifications are at the discretion of the Chief Planner. |
Created by Community Planning Collaborative
