Shed permit rules in Santa Rosa, CA — also referred to as storage shed, backyard shed, or accessory building regulations — set size limits, setbacks, and when a building permit is required.
Small sheds under 120 square feet and under 10 feet tall do not require a building permit in Santa Rosa. Larger accessory structures require permits and must meet zoning setback requirements.
Under California Building Code as adopted by Santa Rosa, detached accessory structures (sheds, workshops) under 120 square feet in floor area and not more than 10 feet in height do not require a building permit. Larger structures require a permit and must comply with zoning setbacks (typically 5 feet from rear and side property lines). All sheds must meet height and lot coverage limits for the zoning district. Electrical or plumbing in any size shed requires a permit.
Unpermitted structures exceeding the threshold are subject to code enforcement requiring retroactive permits or removal.
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