Galt vs Sacramento
How do adu rules rules compare between Galt, CA and Sacramento, CA?
Galt and Sacramento have similar restriction levels.
Galt, CA
Sacramento County
Galt must allow Accessory Dwelling Units on residential lots under California Government Code 65852.2. Detached ADUs up to 800 square feet are ministerial, with 4-foot side and rear setbacks and no required replacement parking near transit.
View full Galt rules →Sacramento, CA
Sacramento County
Sacramento City Code §17.228.105 governs ADUs per CA Gov Code §65852.2. Detached ADUs up to 1,200 sq ft allowed with 4 ft side/rear setbacks. Attached ADUs up to 25 ft height. ADUs under 750 sq ft exempt from impact fees. JADUs up to 500 sq ft within primary structure. ADUs built after Jan 1, 2020 cannot be used as STRs.
View full Sacramento rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Galt | Sacramento |
|---|---|---|
| State law | Gov Code 65852.2 | - |
| Detached size | Up to 800 sf ministerial | - |
| Setbacks | 4 ft side and rear | 4 ft side/rear |
| Processing | 60-day clock | - |
| STR | 30+ day rentals only | - |
| Code | - | Sacramento City Code §17.228.105 |
| State Law | - | CA Gov Code §65852.2 |
| Max Size (detached) | - | 1,200 sq ft |
| Impact Fees | - | Exempt under 750 sq ft |
| STR Use | - | Post-Jan 2020 ADUs excluded from STR |
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Galt FAQ
Do I need extra parking for my ADU?
No parking can be required if the site is within a half mile of public transit. Otherwise one space may be required, often satisfied by tandem or in a setback.
Can I sell my ADU separately?
Only if Galt adopts an AB 1033 ordinance allowing ADU condo-ization. Otherwise the ADU stays with the primary home.
Sacramento FAQ
Can I build an ADU on my property in Sacramento?
Sacramento City Code §17.228.105 governs ADUs per CA Gov Code §65852.2. Detached ADUs up to 1,200 sq ft allowed with 4 ft side/rear setbacks. Attached ADUs up to 25 ft height. ADUs under 750 sq ft exempt from impact fees. JADUs up to 500 sq ft within primary structure. ADUs built after Jan 1,...
What are the size limits for an accessory dwelling unit in Sacramento?
Code: Sacramento City Code §17.228.105. State Law: CA Gov Code §65852.2. Max Size (detached): 1,200 sq ft. Setbacks: 4 ft side/rear.
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