Backyard Office Builders Anaheim

Customized Backyard Offices Tailored to Your Needs

Backyard offices are under the realm of  Additive Dwelling Unit (ADU)" policies in Anaheim. Anaheim allows both standard ADUs and Junior ADUs (JADUs) on residential properties. 
  • For single-family homes, you can build one ADU and one JADU. 
  • ADUs can range from 150 to 1,200 square feet, while JADUs are limited to 500 square feet. 
  • Height restrictions typically allow for up to 18 feet plus an additional two feet for roof pitch.
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Design Your Backyard Office in Anaheim with Pre-Approved Plans

Anaheim Backyard Office Requirements You Should Know

Standard ADU/JADU submission and review process: 
This involves working with a professional planner to create customized ADU/JADU plans and submitting them for review. 
 ADU Pre-Approved Plan Catalog: Anaheim provides pre-approved ADU plans for homeowners to use. These plans may require additional work by a design professional for a complete submission. 
ADU Express: This expedited program allows eligible single-family residential properties to complete the ADU approval process in 1-3 days by using pre-approved, detached ADU plans.
ADU Express Eligibility Tool:  Determines property eligibility for ADU Express. 
Pre-Approved Plan Catalog: Provides a list of pre-approved ADU plans, some of which are free, with details on additional documentation required for submittal. 
Key facts: Only detached ADUs are eligible for ADU Express. Conversions or additions to existing structures are not eligible for ADU Express. ADUs require a new address, which can be obtained through the Permit Assistance Center. A new electrical connection may be required for the ADU. Fees are generally based on square footage and number of fixtures.
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Sources: [1] Anaheim City ADU Express - https://www.anaheim.net/6350/ADU-Express-Process[2] Anaheim City ADU -https://www.anaheim.net/6349/ADUheim [3] Anaheim Municipal Building Code Guidelines -https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/anaheim/latest/anaheim_ca/0-0-0-67963 [4] Anaheim ADU Friendly Requirements https://www.adunewswire.com/p/anaheim-california-adu-friendly-requirements
Disclaimer: The information provide is for general informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for consulting the official Municipal Code or seeking guidance from your local Community and Economic Development Department.