ADU Owner Occupancy: Oro Valley vs Tucson
How do adu owner occupancy rules compare between Oro Valley, AZ and Tucson, AZ?
Oro Valley, AZ
Pima County
No data available yet for Oro Valley.
Tucson, AZ
Pima County
Tucson does not require owner occupancy for ADUs (casitas) under the November 2024 UDC amendments. Arizona HB 2720 prohibits cities over 75,000 from imposing owner-occupancy requirements as a condition of ADU permits or use. HOA CC&Rs may still impose occupancy rules but are subject to ARS 33-1817 limits on unreasonable ADU restrictions.
View full Tucson rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Oro Valley | Tucson |
|---|---|---|
| Status | - | Not required (HB 2720) |
| Both Units Rentable | - | Yes |
| HOA CC&Rs | - | Subject to ARS §33-1817 |
| Effective Date | - | November 21, 2024 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Oro Valley FAQ
No FAQs available.
Tucson FAQ
Does Tucson require owner-occupancy for casitas?
No. Under Arizona HB 2720 and the November 2024 UDC amendments, Tucson cannot require the property owner to live on-site as a condition of ADU permits or use. Both the main house and the casita may be rented to separate tenants.
Can my Tucson HOA require me to live on-site to have an ADU?
Possibly, but the HOA's authority is constrained. ARS 33-1817 prohibits unreasonable HOA restrictions on lawfully created ADUs. CC&Rs with strict owner-occupancy mandates may face legal challenge. Consult an attorney before relying on or contesting an HOA provision.
Compare other topics
See how Oro Valley and Tucson compare on other ordinance categories.
Want to add a third city?
Use our full comparison tool to compare up to three cities.
Open Comparison Tool