Accessory Structures in Upland, CA (2026)
5 verified accessory structures rules for Upland, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
ADU Rules
The City of Upland regulates ADUs and JADUs under Municipal Code Chapter 17.37, adopted as Ordinance No. 1993 on April 14, 2025, implementing California ADU law (Gov. Code 66310-66342). JADUs are capped at 500 square feet. In July 2025 HCD found several Upland provisions non-compliant with state law, so where the city ordinance conflicts, state standards control.
Upland Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Rules
Some RestrictionsShed Rules
Under Upland Municipal Code Chapter 17.19 (Accessory Uses and Structures), detached sheds and similar accessory structures generally may not exceed 10 percent of the lot or 1,000 square feet, whichever is less, and may not be used for human habitation. A one-story tool/storage shed up to 120 square feet is exempt from a building permit, but zoning setbacks still apply.
Upland Shed and Accessory Structure Rules
Some RestrictionsGarage Conversions
Converting a garage into living space in Upland is treated as an ADU or JADU under Municipal Code Chapter 17.37 and requires City permits. Under California ADU law, which Upland implements, the City cannot require replacement of off-street parking lost when a garage is converted to an ADU. A JADU is capped at 500 square feet.
Upland Garage Conversion Rules
Some RestrictionsCarport Rules
In the City of Upland, carports are accessory structures governed by Municipal Code Chapter 17.19 and the parking standards in Chapter 17.11. Detached garages and carports are excluded from the general 10%/1,000-square-foot accessory-structure size cap. Carports providing required parking must meet space dimensions and may not be placed in the front yard except as a permitted driveway/parking area.
Upland Carport Rules
Some RestrictionsTiny Homes
The City of Upland has no separate 'tiny home' zoning category. A tiny house on a permanent foundation is regulated as an ADU under Municipal Code Chapter 17.37 and must meet ADU and Building Code standards. A tiny house on wheels (an RV/movable structure) cannot be used as a permanent dwelling under the accessory-structure rules.
Upland Tiny Home Rules
Some RestrictionsLooking for San Bernardino County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Upland city rules.
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