ADU rules in Palm Springs, CA — also called accessory dwelling unit regulations or granny flat ordinances — cover setbacks, owner-occupancy, parking, and permit requirements.
Palm Springs regulates ADUs under Zoning Code Section 93.23.14 per California Government Code §65852.2. Detached ADUs up to 1,200 sqft/16 ft; attached up to 25 ft. 4-foot minimum setbacks. No STR use (31+ day minimum).
Per Palm Springs Zoning Code §93.23.14, ADUs are permitted on residential lots (R-1-A through R-1-C zones and qualifying Planned Development Districts) with single-family homes. Detached ADUs may be up to 1,200 square feet with 16-foot height limit. Attached ADUs may be up to 25 feet in height. State law requires minimum 4-foot side and rear setbacks. Parking: no more than 1 space per bedroom, exempt within 0.5 miles of transit. Fire sprinklers not required if not required for the primary residence. ADU rental must be for terms longer than 30 days (no STR use). No owner-occupancy requirement per AB 976. Properties with non-conforming covered parking are exempt from additional covered parking when adding an ADU.
Unpermitted ADU: stop-work order. STR use of ADU: citation. Non-compliant construction: corrections required.
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