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Accessory Dwelling Units

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  • No, parking is not required for ADUs as stated in Section 33-1474(c)(1) of the City's ADU Ordinance.

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  • Only if the primary residence is fire sprinklered. If you do require fire sprinklers for your ADU, a minimum 1-inch water meter, water service, and backflow would also be required. Additionally, a minimum 4-inch sewer lateral is required for single-family dwelling units.

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  • No, the City currently does not permit for short-term rentals within the City. As a result, rental periods of 30-days or more are required for ADUs.

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    • A property with a single-family residence may allow for up to two accessory dwelling units (one ADU, and one JADU) on site.
    • A property with multi-family residences may allow for at least one ADU, with the potential for additional ADUs. Please contact the Planning Division for multi-family ADU inquiries.
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