Shed Rules: Palm Springs vs Temecula

Palm Springs exempts one-story detached accessory structures under 120 square feet (garden sheds, tool sheds) from building permits under CBC §105.2, but zoning still applies: sheds must meet setback requirements, lot-coverage limits, and height maximums (typically 12 feet), and HOA architectural review often adds color and siting constraints.

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.