What is an Accessory Dwelling Unit and a Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit and am I eligible to have either on my property?

An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is a dwelling unit which provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons and is located on a lot with another single-family residence (SFR) or multi-family residence (MFR).

A Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit (JADU) is an ADU which is attached to a SFR that does not exceed 500 square feet (sf) and has additional allowances and restrictions as described below.

To determine if your property permits either an ADU and/or a JADU please refer to the ‘Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units: General Information’ handout.

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1. What is an Accessory Dwelling Unit and a Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit and am I eligible to have either on my property?
2. What is a SB 9 development and a Urban Lot Split and am I eligible to have either on my property?
3. How do I find zoning information about my parcel?
4. What are the current adopted Building Codes the city uses?
5. How long does it take, and where do I get a Building Permit?
6. What is a Minor Development Review Application (MDRA), and when do I need one?
7. How does the fixed compressed work week schedule affect building inspections?
8. How do I schedule a building inspection?
9. Who can prepare plans for a Building Permit?
10. What are the fees?
11. Is any other type of special information required for a Building Permit?
12. What kinds of plans are needed for a Building Permit
13. Who is authorized to obtain a Building Permit?
14. What doesn't need a Building Permit?
15. How many sets of plans and copies of information do I need to submit?
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17. How long is my Building Permit valid?
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