ADU rules in Provo, UT — also called accessory dwelling unit regulations or granny flat ordinances — cover setbacks, owner-occupancy, parking, and permit requirements.
Provo City Code §14.30.030 governs ADUs. Detached ADUs must set back 10 feet from all property lines, be on permanent foundations, be architecturally compatible, and independently connected to utilities. Internal ADUs may have 1–2 utility meters.
Provo City Code §14.30.030 establishes ADU development standards. The main dwelling with an internal ADU may have 1–2 utility meters per service (water, gas, electricity) — all in the property owner's name. The ADU may not be occupied by more than 3 related or unrelated adults plus their minor children. The main dwelling occupancy (if ADU also occupied) may not include the two additional related/unrelated individuals normally included in the 'family' definition. For detached ADUs: minimum 10-foot setback from any property line (or the existing main dwelling setback, whichever is less), must be architecturally compatible with main dwelling, must be on a site-built foundation (shipping containers not permitted unless clad to meet building codes), and must independently connect to all required utilities. State law (Utah Code §10-9a-530) supports ADU allowance in single-family zones.
ADU built without permit: stop-work order, fines, required demolition or legalization. Renting non-conforming ADU: code enforcement action.
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