Shed Rules: Murrieta vs Temecula

Murrieta allows sheds and other one-story detached accessory buildings in residential rear yards. Sheds 120 square feet or smaller that are not served by electrical, plumbing, or mechanical systems generally do not require a building permit under California Building Code section 105.2, but still must meet zoning setbacks and HOA rules.

Sheds 120 sq ft or smaller and under 12 feet tall in Temecula generally do not require a building permit but must meet zoning setbacks (typically 5 ft from rear/side property lines). Sheds with electrical or plumbing always need permits. HOA architectural review usually applies.