BACKYARD OFFICE REQUIREMENTS:
Permit Restrictions
A design review from the planning department is typically required for units > 120 square feet and > 10 feet in height
Building permit: if the unit is occupied (ex: office), it requires a building permit regardless of its size
Important to check whether you are in a floor zone as it may change restrictions
Setback and Height Restrictions
Maximum height: 10 feet
Setback restrictions:
Rear lot (5 feet from any property line): check specific zone
25 feet for R-1 zoning
Lot Coverage:
R-1: 12% of the rear lot
R-1-A: 8% of the rear lot
ADU REQUIREMENTS:
Zoning Restrictions
All single-family homes are permitted to have ADUs
All multi-family homes are permitted to have ADUs
Setback and Height Restrictions
Height maximum: 16 feet
Setback requirements:
Rear lot: 4 feet
Side lot: 4 feet
Any existing structure: 3 feet
Other Restrictions
Short-term rentals < 30 days are not allowed
The total floor area must be > 800 feet
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