Planning staff lists ADU thresholds: lot size, height and parking rules
Commission staff told applicants that detached ADUs require at least 9,900 sq ft, internal ADUs 6,000 sq ft, a 1,200‑sq‑ft ADU cap may apply, and that construction must comply with residential and ADU codes including height limits and parking requirements.
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Planning staff reviewed the jurisdiction’s practical thresholds and code considerations for accessory dwelling units, telling applicants and commissioners the rules depend on the ADU type. The staff/Chair said a detached ADU typically requires a lot of at least 9,900 square feet while an internal ADU has a 6,000‑square‑foot threshold; the Chair also referenced a 1,200‑square‑foot maximum for ADUs discussed in the meeting.
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