Accessory Structures in Redlands, CA (2026)
5 verified accessory structures rules for Redlands, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
ADU Rules
Redlands processes ADUs and junior ADUs under current California state law (Gov. Code 66310-66342), not its outdated Municipal Code 'second unit' sections. Detached ADUs are capped at 1,200 sq ft, JADUs at 500 sq ft, with 4-foot side/rear setbacks. ADUs in historic districts get design review.
Redlands Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Rules
Few RestrictionsShed Rules
Under Redlands Municipal Code 18.21.140, accessory buildings such as storage sheds must sit at least 5 feet from side and rear property lines (10 feet if over 10 feet tall), and cannot exceed 15 feet in height. Sheds must be at least 10 feet from the main house.
Redlands Shed and Accessory Building Rules
Some RestrictionsGarage Conversions
Redlands allows an existing garage (attached or detached) to be converted into an ADU under California state law, which the City applies directly. Converting a garage to living space requires a building permit, and historic-district conversions are subject to design-compatibility review.
Redlands Garage Conversion Rules
Some RestrictionsCarport Rules
Carports are treated as accessory buildings in Redlands' residential zones and follow the same standards as garages and sheds under Title 18: at least 5 feet from side/rear property lines (10 feet if over 10 feet tall) and a 15-foot height cap under RMC 18.21.140.
Redlands Carport Rules
Some RestrictionsTiny Homes
Redlands has no separate 'tiny home' ordinance. A permanent tiny house on a foundation is regulated as a dwelling or ADU under California state ADU law; a tiny house on wheels is treated as an RV/trailer and cannot be used as a permanent residence outside a licensed park.
Redlands Tiny Home Rules
Some RestrictionsLooking for San Bernardino County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Redlands city rules.
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