Fulshear regulates accessory dwelling units through its Coordinated Development Ordinance, requiring permits, zoning compliance, and conformance with district setback and lot coverage standards before construction or occupancy.
The City of Fulshear addresses accessory dwelling units within its Coordinated Development Ordinance (CDO) and Chapter 28 site development standards. Property owners must apply through Building Services and confirm the parcel's zoning district allows secondary residential use. Setbacks, height limits, lot coverage caps, and parking requirements vary by district. The unit must connect to approved water and wastewater service and meet 2015 International Residential Code construction standards as adopted by Fulshear. Plans must be submitted to the Building Official before any work begins.
Building or occupying an unpermitted ADU may trigger stop-work orders, code enforcement citations, daily fines, and required removal or correction of nonconforming construction.
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