ADU rules in Clovis, CA — also called accessory dwelling unit regulations or granny flat ordinances — cover setbacks, owner-occupancy, parking, and permit requirements.
ADUs allowed by-right in all Clovis residential zones per CA Gov Code §65852.2. Clovis ADU Ordinance (CMC Ch. 9.24) conforms to state law: max 1,200 sf detached, 4 ft side/rear setbacks, no owner-occupancy, no parking if near transit.
CA ADU law (AB 68, AB 881, SB 13, SB 897) preempts local restrictions. Clovis allows 1 ADU + 1 JADU per single-family lot by-right. Detached ADU: up to 1,200 sf with 16 ft height (18 ft if multistory near transit per SB 897). Setbacks: 4 ft side/rear. Front-yard setback per underlying zone. No owner-occupancy required through Jan 2025+. No parking if within ½ mile of transit or in historic district. Impact fees waived for ADUs <750 sf. SB 9 urban lot splits and duplexes also permitted in R-1.
Unpermitted ADU: retroactive permit process under SB 477 available; code enforcement citation.
Clovis, CA
Construction in Clovis permitted 7 AM-7 PM Mon-Sat. No Sunday or federal holiday construction without a permit. City projects exempt.
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Amplified music audible beyond the property line during quiet hours violates CMC §5.24. Special event sound permits required for Old Town Clovis events.
Clovis, CA
CMC 5.27.603 requires permits for amplified outdoor music audible beyond property lines. Vehicle-mounted sound devices are banned on streets under CMC 5.27.608.
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Clovis Municipal Code §6.04 prohibits habitual barking/noise from dogs. Continuous barking 10+ minutes or intermittent 30+ minutes can be cited as a nuisance.
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