Shed permit rules in Garden Grove, CA — also referred to as storage shed, backyard shed, or accessory building regulations — set size limits, setbacks, and when a building permit is required.
Garden Grove regulates accessory structures through its single-family residential development standards. Detached structures must observe required setbacks, with a minimum 5-foot setback when adjacent to R-1 zone property. Building permits may be required depending on size.
Under GGMC Title 9 single-family residential development standards, detached garages and accessory structures must observe required setbacks. When the property is adjacent to R-1 zone property, a minimum 5-foot setback is required. Small accessory structures under 120 square feet in floor area and under a certain height may be exempt from building permit requirements under the California Residential Code, but must still comply with zoning setback requirements. Larger sheds and accessory buildings require building permits. Accessory structures must be subordinate to the primary dwelling and may not be used as separate dwelling units unless approved as an ADU. The Building and Safety Division at (714) 741-5312 can confirm permit requirements for specific projects.
Building accessory structures without required permits or in violation of setback requirements may result in stop-work orders, required removal or modification, and fines.
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