Gov. Code § 66319
Accessory Dwelling Units

Gov. Code § 66319

ADUs as accessory uses; density and general planTITLE 7. PLANNING AND LAND USE › DIVISION 1. PLANNING AND ZONING › CHAPTER 13. Accessory Dwelling Units › ARTICLE 2. Accessory Dwelling Unit Approvals

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Treats an ADU conforming to § 66314 as an accessory use consistent with planning and zoning.

  • Accessory use. A conforming ADU is deemed an accessory use or building, does not exceed the lot's allowable density, and is a residential use consistent with the existing general plan and zoning designations. § 66319
  • Growth limits. The ADU may not be considered in applying any local ordinance, policy, or program to limit residential growth. § 66319

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§ 66319

An accessory dwelling unit that conforms to Section 66314 shall be deemed to be an accessory use or an accessory building and shall not be considered to exceed the allowable density for the lot upon which it is located, and shall be deemed to be a residential use that is consistent with the existing general plan and zoning designations for the lot. The accessory dwelling unit shall not be considered in the application of any local ordinance, policy, or program to limit residential growth.

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History. (Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 7, Sec. 20. (SB 477) Effective March 25, 2024.)

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