ADU rules in Santa Clarita, CA — also called accessory dwelling unit regulations or granny flat ordinances — cover setbacks, owner-occupancy, parking, and permit requirements.
Santa Clarita allows ADUs under state law (AB 68, SB 13, AB 881) and local regulations. One ADU plus one JADU per single-family lot. ADUs in flood zones must comply with FEMA requirements. CA HCD reviewed and provided guidance on the city's ADU ordinance in 2023.
California state law mandates that all cities allow ADUs. Santa Clarita permits one ADU and one Junior ADU (JADU) per single-family lot. Detached ADUs may be up to 1,200 square feet. The city's ADU ordinance was reviewed by the California Department of Housing and Community Development in March 2023. ADUs in FEMA flood zones must meet flood zone requirements. Owner occupancy requirements have been eliminated under state law through 2025.
Unpermitted ADUs face code compliance action. The city may require retroactive permitting or removal.
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