Shed permit rules in Daly City, CA — also referred to as storage shed, backyard shed, or accessory building regulations — set size limits, setbacks, and when a building permit is required.
Accessory structures (sheds, detached garages) in Daly City are subject to zoning setbacks and height limits under DCMC Title 17. Small sheds under 120 sq ft may not require a building permit, but must still meet zoning requirements.
Under DCMC Title 17, accessory structures in residential zones must comply with setback requirements from property lines and cannot exceed maximum heights specified in each zone. Prefabricated sheds under 120 sq ft and under 8 feet in height may be exempt from building permit requirements but must still comply with zoning setbacks (typically 5 feet from side and rear property lines). Larger or taller structures require a building permit. Sheds must not be used as habitable space without ADU permits.
Unpermitted structure: retroactive permit with penalty. Non-compliant setback: modification or removal. Habitation violation: immediate correction.
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