ADU Owner Occupancy: Chino vs Victorville
How do adu owner occupancy rules compare between Chino, CA and Victorville, CA?
Chino, CA
San Bernardino County
For ADUs permitted from Jan 1, 2020 through Dec 31, 2024, Cal. Gov. Code §65852.2(a)(6) prohibited cities including Chino from imposing owner-occupancy requirements. As of Jan 1, 2025, cities may again require owner occupancy on new ADU permits but Chino's CMC Chapter 20.11 follows state defaults. JADUs ALWAYS require owner occupancy of either the primary residence or the JADU under Cal. Gov. Code §65852.22(a)(2).
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San Bernardino County
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Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Chino | Victorville |
|---|---|---|
| ADU owner-occupancy (2020-2024) | Prohibited - permanently exempt | - |
| ADU owner-occupancy (2025+) | Allowed if locally adopted | - |
| JADU owner-occupancy | Always required (Gov. Code §65852.22(a)(2)) | - |
| JADU recordation | Deed restriction required at permit | - |
| Exceptions | Government, land trust, nonprofit owners | - |
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Chino FAQ
Do I have to live on the property to have an ADU in Chino?
For ADUs permitted Jan 2020 - Dec 2024, no - state law (Gov. Code §65852.2(a)(6)) banned owner-occupancy conditions. Verify current Chino rules with Planning at 909-334-3253.
Do I have to live on the property to have a JADU?
Yes. Cal. Gov. Code §65852.22(a)(2) requires the owner to occupy either the primary residence or the JADU as a principal residence, with limited exceptions.
Is there a deed restriction for JADUs?
Yes. State law requires a deed restriction recorded at JADU permit issuance memorializing the owner-occupancy requirement and prohibition on short-term rental.
Victorville FAQ
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