ADU Zoning Rules for Every City

Find the exact size limits, setbacks, permit costs, parking rules, and requirements for building an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in your city. 67 cities across 20 states — updated as laws change.

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Los Angeles, CA

9/10

Max size: 1,200 sq ft · Setbacks: 4 ft for units ≤16 ft height

Rent: $1,800-$2,500/mo Build: $150,000-$350,000
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San Francisco, CA

9/10

Max size: 1,200 sq ft (state minimum; local program caps at 850-1,000 sq ft) · Setbacks: 4 ft minimum

Rent: $2,200-$3,200/mo Build: $200,000-$450,000
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San Diego, CA

9/10

Max size: 1,200 sq ft · Setbacks: 4 ft

Rent: $1,600-$2,200/mo Build: $120,000-$300,000
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San Jose, CA

8/10

Max size: 1,200 sq ft · Setbacks: 4 ft

Rent: $2,000-$2,800/mo Build: $180,000-$400,000
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Sacramento, CA

8/10

Max size: 1,200 sq ft · Setbacks: 4 ft

Rent: $1,300-$1,800/mo Build: $100,000-$250,000
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Oakland, CA

8/10

Max size: 1,200 sq ft · Setbacks: 4 ft

Rent: $1,800-$2,600/mo Build: $160,000-$380,000
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Long Beach, CA

8/10

Max size: 1,200 sq ft · Setbacks: 4 ft

Rent: $1,500-$2,100/mo Build: $120,000-$280,000
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Fresno, CA

7/10

Max size: 1,200 sq ft · Setbacks: 4 ft

Rent: $1,000-$1,400/mo Build: $80,000-$200,000
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Santa Ana, CA

7/10

Max size: 1,000 sq ft · Setbacks: 4 ft

Rent: $1,700-$2,300/mo Build: $130,000-$300,000
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Anaheim, CA

7/10

Max size: 1,200 sq ft · Setbacks: 4 ft

Rent: $1,700-$2,300/mo Build: $130,000-$290,000
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Ontario, CA

8/10

Max size: 850 sq ft (studio/1-bedroom); 1,000 sq ft (2+ bedrooms) — per Ontario ADU Handout (Rev. 01.21.2025) · Setbacks: 4 ft minimum

Rent: $1,400-$1,800 Build: $180,000-$300,000
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Riverside, CA

8/10

Max size: 1,200 sq ft (at least 850 sq ft is guaranteed regardless of lot-coverage standards) · Setbacks: 4 ft maximum (detached new construction)

Rent: $1,300-$1,700 Build: $170,000-$280,000
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San Bernardino, CA

8/10

Max size: 1200 sq ft; reduces to 800 sq ft if lot coverage exceeded · Setbacks: 4 ft minimum (detached new construction)

Rent: $1,300-$1,700 Build: $160,000-$280,000
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Rancho Cucamonga, CA

8/10

Max size: 1200 sq ft · Setbacks: 4 ft minimum (detached new construction)

Rent: $1,400-$1,800 Build: $170,000-$290,000
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Fontana, CA

8/10

Max size: 1200 sq ft · Setbacks: 4 ft minimum (detached new construction)

Rent: $1,300-$1,700 Build: $160,000-$270,000
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Pasadena, CA

7/10

Max size: 1,200 sq ft (new construction on single-family lots); limited to 1,000 sq ft in most Hillside Overlay districts · Setbacks: 4 ft for new construction; none for conversions of existing structures

Rent: $2,200-$2,900/mo Build: $180,000-$400,000
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Berkeley, CA

9/10

Max size: 1,200 sq ft outside the Hillside Overlay; 850 sq ft (studio/1-bedroom) or 1,000 sq ft (2+ bedrooms) within the Hillside Overlay · Setbacks: 4 ft minimum

Rent: $2,300-$2,900/mo Build: $250,000-$500,000
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Santa Monica, CA

8/10

Max size: 850 sq ft (studio/1-bedroom) or 1,200 sq ft (2+ bedrooms) · Setbacks: 4 ft; none for conversions of existing structures (including pre-Jan 1, 2020 unpermitted structures being legalized)

Rent: $3,000-$3,700/mo Build: $250,000-$500,000
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Why Build an ADU?

Accessory Dwelling Units are one of the smartest investments homeowners can make.

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Rental Income

Earn $1,000-$4,000+ per month in rental income depending on your market. Many homeowners cover their entire mortgage payment with ADU rent.

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Property Value

ADUs typically increase property value by $100,000-$300,000 — often more than the construction cost. A smart investment that pays for itself.

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Housing Flexibility

House aging parents, adult children, or guests. Use it as a home office. The flexibility of an ADU adapts to your life as it changes.

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