BACKYARD OFFICE REQUIREMENTS:
Permit Restrictions
A building or planning permit is not required if the unit is under 120 square feet
if the deck makes the structure > 120 square feet, a permit would then be required
An overhang on a unit would trigger a permit
As long as a slab foundation (if required) is < 120 square feet, no permit is needed to install it
Any utilities (electrical, plumbing, etc.) added to a unit would require a permit
Setback and Height Restrictions
Maximum height: 12 feet
Structures are limited to <50% of the total lot size
Setback Restrictions:
Side lot: 3 feet
Rear lot: 3 feet
Front lot: Not allowed
ADU REQUIREMENTS:
Zoning Restrictions
All single-family homes are permitted to have ADUs
All two-family homes are permitted to have ADUs
All multi-family homes are permitted to have ADUs
Setback and Height Restrictions
Setback Requirements:
Side lot: 4 feet
Rear lot: 4 feet
Any existing structure: 6 feet
Measured from the roof overhang of both structures
Height maximum: 16 feet
Other Restrictions
Short-term rentals < 30 days are not allowed