Garage conversion rules in Clovis, CA — sometimes called garage-to-ADU or accessory living unit conversions — govern permits, ceiling height, egress, and parking replacement.
Garage-to-ADU conversions allowed by-right per CA Gov Code §65852.2(e). Clovis cannot require replacement parking for converted garage when creating an ADU. Building permit required; must meet habitability codes.
Under SB 13 and AB 68, CA preempts local requirements for replacement parking when a garage is converted to an ADU. Clovis Building Division requires permits for conversion: insulation, egress windows, smoke/CO alarms, bathroom plumbing, electrical upgrade, and minimum ceiling height (7 ft). T24 energy compliance required. Conversion ADU has 0 ft setback if existing structure. No change to existing footprint allowed without full code compliance.
Unpermitted conversion: retroactive permit, inspection, possible demolition if not correctable.
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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