A. An ADU may be created within, or detached from, any single-family dwelling, whether existing or new, as a subordinate use, where permitted by this chapter in the R-1, R-2, R-3, C-1 and C-2 Zones.

B. Only one ADU may be created per parcel or ownership accessory to a single-family dwelling (no townhouse or duplex).

C. An application for an ADU shall be processed as a ministerial decision.

D. Only the property owner, which includes title holders and contract purchasers, may apply for an ADU. The property owner need not occupy the primary or accessory dwelling as the principal residence.

E. No off-street parking shall be required for an Accessory Dwelling Unit.

F. ADUs shall not exceed 800 square feet in floor area, as measured from the exterior walls, excluding from the calculation 1) Areas under 4 feet in height, 2) Areas not built as occupiable space* such as an attic or garage, and 3) Exterior areas that remain open to outside elements such as covered breezeways, porches, and covered decks.

*Occupiable Space (As provided by the Building Science Corporation): Any enclosed space inside the conditioned space and intended for human activities, including, but not limited to, all habitable spaces, toilets, halls, laundry areas, closets, and other storage and utility areas.

G. All other applicable standards including, but not limited to, setbacks must be met.

H. If a garage or detached building does not currently meet setbacks, it may not be converted to an ADU.

I. All applicable standards in the City’s building, plumbing, electrical, fire and other applicable codes for dwelling units must be met.

J. The owner of the property shall accept full responsibility for sewer and water bills.

K. An ADU may not be used as a transient rental, hosted homeshare, or vacation home rental.