We service Santa Clara County, CA and surrounding areas including zip codes 95050, 95051, 95053, and 95054.
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ADU in Santa Clara County, CA
Living together under one roof can bring your family closer together. But as your family grows and everyone starts to need their own space, it can be tough to maintain that closeness. An ADU (accessory dwelling unit) could be the perfect solution for your family. California is one of the states leading the way in ADU development, and Santa Clara County is at the forefront of that development.
If you’re like many families, you might feel the squeeze as your family grows. An ADU can provide much-needed additional living space for older children who are still living at home, aging parents who need assistance, or other relatives who want (or need) to be close by. You can help maintain peace and harmony within your household by giving everyone their own space.
ACTON ADU’S APPROACH
The Construction of an ADU
Getting a high quality ADU built is no simple task. The process of planning and building an ADU in Santa Clara County, CA, has its challenges, but also has tremendous rewards.We endeavor to make it as simple for you as possible. . Here is a brief description of how it works:
- The first step in establishing whether your project meets the requirements for an ADU is to validate it. To ensure your property conforms to all rules, we’ll inspect it. Answer the question of what can actually be built on your property legally.
- We’ll work with you to personalize your ADU.. There are numerous pre-designed layouts available that can be used right out of the box or tweaked to your needs. There are also many interior packages to choose from, with a variety of design options.
- Once designed, we’ll acquire your ADU permit and then start building your ADU.Our experienced craftsmen will begin ADU construction to the exact specifications.
The Acton ADU procedure is intended to be straightforward. To ensure that your ADU in Santa Clara County, CA, is exactly what you’ve envisioned, we’ll work directly with you at every stage. To start working on your project right now, get in touch with us!
ACTON ADU
Your ADU Contractors in Santa Clara County, CA
Acton ADU, operates in Santa Clara County, CA, as well as many other cities in the Bay Area. We have a group of knowledgeable experts who can work with you to design and construct the best ADU for your requirements. We also understand the applicable code requirements and can secure the required permissions for your project.
Adding an ADU can increase your home’s living space, potential income, and value. An ADU may be used for any purpose you can think of, such as a guest house or a home office. You might utilize additional space on your Santa Clara County, CA, property that would otherwise go unused by adding an ADU. Call Acton ADU right away to get started!
TYPES OF ADUS WE SERVICE IN SANTA CLARA COUNTY
- Attached
- Detached
- Interior
WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT BUILDING AN ADU UN SANTA CLARA?
Get All the ADU Zoning & Regulation Details
| CITY OR COUNTY | Santa Clara County, California |
| DATE UPDATED | 11/30/2022 |
| ZONING | Any residential or mixed-use zone. One Attached/Detached, and One JADU |
| NUMBER OF ADUS | One ADU and One JADU allowed in single-family. For multi-family lots, 25% of multifamily units are allowed for units converted from existing structure, plus two Detached ADUs per lot. |
| TYPES OF ADUS | Attached, Detached, Junior |
| STORIES | Detached: Single-story New second-story Attached/Junior subject to Architectural Review. |
| LOT COVERAGE | ADUs and JADUs are subject to lot coverage, FAR, and open space requirements, but only to the extent that such requirements would still allow for: 1. A detached ADU of 800 square feet, that is at least 16 feet in height with 4-foot rear yard setbacks and 3-foot side yard setbacks to be constructed in compliance with all other City development standards 2. An attached ADU of 800 square feet, staying within the existing Building Envelope, and constructed in compliance with all other City development standards 3. An attached JADU of 500 square feet, staying within the existing Building Envelope, and constructed in compliance with all other City development standards |
| MAXIMUM ADU FLOOR AREA | a. For detached ADUs, up to 1200 square feet, with a maximum of two bedrooms and one bathroom b. For attached ADUs (not including JADUs), up to 50% of the existing square footage of the existing SFD, but subject to a minimum of 800 square feet and a maximum of 1200 square feet c. For JADUs, 500 square feet |
| BEDROOM | No min/max, but must not exceed allowable density for lot upon which it is located. |
| STORAGE | No min/max. JADU must be reasonable size relative to JADU. |
| KITCHEN | Require separate kitchen facilities (permanent range, counters, refrigerator, sink) |
| BATH | Require separate bathroom facilities, limited to 1 bathroom maximum. Junior can share with primary residence. Note: Drainage and sewer connections should be assessed on a project by project basis. |
| PARKING | a. No parking spaces are required for an ADU or JADU b. When a garage, carport, or covered parking structure for the SFD is demolished in conjunction with the construction of an ADU or converted to an ADU, those off-street parking spaces need not be replaced |
| SETBACKS | a. Minimum 3-foot side and 4-foot rear yard setbacks required for both detached and attached ADUs. The setback on the street side of a corner lot shall be not less than 15 feet b. No setbacks required for conversions of existing structures |
| HEIGHT | a. Detached: 16’ b. Attached ADUs subject to ministerial approval and JADUs must match the height of the existing SFD |
| LOCATION | N/A |
| REAR YARD COVERAGE | N/A |
| DESIGN | The roof, siding and windows must be consistent with the roof slope, materials and design of the main dwelling. Additional design regulations apply to attached second-story ADUs. Note: Historic Neighborhoods or Districts should be assessed on a project by project basis. |
| ENTRYWAYS | Enclosed or internal staircases to access attached second-floor ADUs are required. |
| RESOURCES | >> Santa Clara County, CA City Website >> Santa Clara County, CA City Housing Element Updates >> Santa Clara County, CA Post Offices |
| SOURCE CODE | ADU AND JADU 2020 SUMMARY ADU AND JADU 2021 SUMMARY Important Note: Rules and regulations are updated and changed frequently. It’s one of our jobs to be up to speed and navigate those regulations. Let us know if our website isn’t up to date or if you have any information that could help. Cheers! |