b'What You Need to Know About ADUs in 2020byLaura BlairBuildZigA ccessory Dwelling Units or ADUsexisting space that is contained entirelySecond Big Change: have been discussed a lot this yearwithin an existing or proposed single- Some ADUs only subject because the state of Californiafamily residence. to Limited Reviewenacted several laws that intend to address the states housing crisis by easing manyFirst Big Change:Even if not subject to automatic approval, restrictions on the building of ADUs.HereSome ADUS Have to Bea city generally must approve any attached is a quick summary of the most relevantAutomatically Approved or detached ADU under 1,200 sq. ft. unless changes for CMA members.the city adopts a new ADU ordinance The state mandated that cities must permitsetting local development standards for What is an ADU? certain categories of ADU without applyingADUs.If a city adopts such an ordinance, any local development standards (e.g.,it must abide by the following restrictions:An ADU is an accessory dwelling unit withlimits on lot size, unit size, parking, height, complete independent living facilitiessetbacks, landscaping, or aesthetics), ifNo minimum lot size requirements. for one or more persons and has a fewproposed on a lot developed with one variations:single-family home.ADUs eligible forNo maximum unit size limit under 850 this automatic approval include: sq. ft. (or 1,000 sqft for a two-bedroom Detached: The unit is separated fromADU). the primary structure.An ADU converted from existing space in the home or another structure (e.g.,No required replacement parking when Attached: The unit is attached to thea garage), so long as the ADU can bea parking garage is converted into an primary structure.accessed from the exterior and hasADU. setbacks sufficient for fire safety. Converted Existing Space: Space (e.g.,No required parking for an ADU created master bedroom, attached garage,A new detached ADU that is no largerthrough the conversion of existing storage area, or similar use, or anthan 800 sq. ft., has a maximum heightspace or located within a half-mile accessory structure) on the lot of theof 16 feet, and has rear and side setbackswalking distance of a bus stop or transit primary residence that is convertedof 4 feet. station. into an independent living unit. Both of the above (creating two ADUs), Junior Accessory Dwelling Unitif the converted ADU is smaller than (JADU): A specific type of conversion of500 sq. ft. continued on page 14Points of InterestWinter 2020/2021Page 13'