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ADU Impact Fees: Bostonia vs San Diego

How do adu impact fees rules compare between Bostonia, CA and San Diego, CA?

Bostonia, CA

San Diego County

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San Diego, CA

San Diego County

Few Restrictions

San Diego exempts ADUs under 750 square feet from all impact fees per California Government Code § 65852.2(f). ADUs 750 sq ft or larger pay impact fees proportionate to the principal dwelling's square footage. Affordable ADUs deed-restricted for low/moderate-income tenants receive additional fee waivers. School fees are separately governed by SB 13 (2019) and state law.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactBostoniaSan Diego
Under 750 sq ft-ALL impact fees waived (state law)
750+ sq ft-Proportional to principal dwelling
State Law-Gov. Code § 65852.2(f)
Affordable Bonus-Additional waivers for deed-restricted ADUs
School Fees-Proportional under SB 13

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Bostonia FAQ

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San Diego FAQ

Are ADU impact fees waived in San Diego?

Yes for ADUs under 750 sq ft — all local impact fees are waived by state law (Gov. Code § 65852.2(f)). ADUs 750 sq ft+ pay proportional fees, not full single-family rates.

How much can I save by building under 750 square feet?

Impact fees in San Diego typically total $10,000–$30,000 for a new single-family unit. Building under 750 sq ft eliminates this entirely. Permit fees, plan-check, and utility service fees still apply.

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