Chapter 3: California ADU Laws Made Simple

In the last chapter, we talked about what an ADU is and the different types of ADUs that can bebuilt on residential properties.Now we’re going to talk about something that has dramatically changed the ADU landscape inCalifornia over the past decade.And that is state housing laws.These laws are one of the main reasons ADUs have become so popular.They have made it significantly easier for homeowners to build secondary housing on theirproperty.But at the same time, many homeowners feel overwhelmed by the rules and regulationssurrounding ADUs.So in this chapter, we’re going to simplify things.We’ll walk through the key ideas behind California’s ADU laws so you can understand what theymean for your property.If you’re interested in learning what might be possible on your property, you can find additionalADU planning resources and guides at StrategicADU.com.