Accessory Dwelling Units

What is an accessory dwelling unit (ADU)?

A habitable dwelling unit detached from a single-family dwelling, on a permanent frost free foundation, connected to sanitary sewer and water services, that provides basic requirements for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation and conforms to applicable building codes.

Rules

ADU’s are listed as accessory structures in our Land Development Code.
One ADU is allowed per lot, you can have up to 3 accessory structures on your lot.
Churches and all residential zoning districts are allowed to have ADUs.
ADUs are not subject to the 20% rental density restriction.
ADUs do not count towards the allowed amount of lot coverage.
ADUs can be located as part of a detached garage or can be their own separate structure. If the ADU is part of a garage, then the garage regulations should be followed.
Limit on size: cannot exceed 50% of the gross floor area of the main home or 1,000 square feet, whichever is less.
Constructed to be compatible with the main home and neighborhood.
Must be at least 10 feet from the main home.
Parking is not required, but have to provide unrestricted, improved access must be provided from the street to the ADU entrance.
Must have a kitchen, bathroom, sanitary and water services.
The ADU or main home may be rented if the owner of the property lives resides on the property.

Read more about the ADU regulations in the City's Land Development Code.