Sunnyvale Regulations

BACKYARD OFFICE REQUIREMENTS:

Permit Restrictions

• Planning permit: not required for units under 8 feet in height

• Building permit: not required for units equal or < 120 square feet

• A slab foundation (if needed) would not trigger a permit

• The addition of electricity would trigger a permit

Setback and Height Restrictions

ADU REQUIREMENTS:

Zoning Restrictions

• The following single and multi-family zoned homes are eligible:

• R-1

• R-2

• R-E

• R-M

• RMD

• OS

• PC

Setback and Height Restrictions

Other Restrictions

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