The amendments to the City’s Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit (JADU) have been adopted as of August 22, 2025.
The amendments address several aspects of ADU and JADU development, including minimum and maximum unit sizes, conversions, rental terms, the number of ADU homes permitted, tree requirements, setback requirements within High and Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones, owner-occupancy requirements, and provisions allowing ADU homes to be sold and conveyed separately from the primary residence. Updates were also made to the ADU Home Density Bonus Program to clarify where the program applies, establish the number of ADU homes allowed in Single Family Zones, and address evacuation route access, fire sprinkler requirements, parking, penalties for violations, and the introduction of a new Community Enhancement Fee.
Thank you to everyone who supported getting these modifications in place to make our communities safer.