Tiny Homes: Camarillo vs Oxnard
How do tiny homes rules compare between Camarillo, CA and Oxnard, CA?
Camarillo and Oxnard have similar restriction levels.
Camarillo, CA
Ventura County
Camarillo treats tiny homes on permanent foundations as Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) under CMC Chapter 19.30 and CA Gov Code 65852.2. Minimum 150 sq ft, 4-foot side/rear setbacks, 16-foot height limit for detached units, and 60-day permit review. Movable tiny houses on wheels are not separately authorized.
View full Camarillo rules →Oxnard, CA
Ventura County
Tiny homes in Oxnard are regulated as either ADUs (if on a permanent foundation) or park model RVs. California ADU law (AB 68, SB 13) streamlines accessory dwelling unit approval. Tiny homes on wheels are classified as RVs and cannot be used as permanent residences on residential lots.
View full Oxnard rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Camarillo | Oxnard |
|---|---|---|
| Classified As | Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) | - |
| Code | CMC Chapter 19.30; CA Gov Code 65852.2 | - |
| Min Size | 150 sq ft | - |
| Side/Rear Setback | 4 ft | - |
| Height (Detached) | <=16 ft | - |
| Permit Review | 60 days max | - |
| Quantity | 1 ADU + 1 JADU per single-family lot | - |
| STR Prohibited | Min 31-day lease | - |
| Movable THOW | Not authorized as housing | - |
| Amnesty | CA AB 2533 (2024) - pre-2020 units | - |
| Confirm Details | Camarillo Community Development (805) 388-5340 | - |
| On Foundation | - | Treated as ADU, streamlined permit |
| On Wheels | - | Classified as RV, no permanent use |
| State Law | - | Gov. Code §65852.2 (ADU) |
| Min Standards | - | Must meet CBC habitability |
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Camarillo FAQ
Can I put a tiny house in my Camarillo backyard?
Yes, if it sits on a permanent foundation and meets ADU rules: at least 150 sq ft, 4-foot side and rear setbacks, 16 feet maximum height (detached), and a building permit through Camarillo Community Development. The City has 60 days to issue the permit on a complete application.
Can I live in a tiny house on wheels in Camarillo?
No. Camarillo's ADU ordinance does not authorize movable tiny houses on wheels (THOWs) as permanent dwellings. THOWs are treated as recreational vehicles and may not be used as housing on residential lots. Confirm any specific scenario with Community Development at (805) 388-5340.
Can I rent my tiny-home ADU on Airbnb?
No. Camarillo prohibits short-term rentals citywide. ADUs - including tiny-home ADUs - must be rented for 31 consecutive days or longer.
Oxnard FAQ
Can I put a tiny home in my Oxnard backyard?
Yes, if it is on a permanent foundation and meets ADU requirements. California ADU law streamlines approval for accessory dwelling units including tiny homes meeting building code standards.
Can I live in a tiny house on wheels in Oxnard?
No. Tiny homes on wheels are classified as recreational vehicles and cannot be used as permanent residences on residential lots in Oxnard. They may only be lived in at designated RV parks.
What size can a tiny home ADU be in Oxnard?
ADUs can be up to 800 square feet for detached units on single-family lots or up to 1,000 square feet for two-bedroom ADUs under California state law minimums that cities must allow.
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