Are second dwelling units allowed on a property?
Second units are permitted in many residential zoning districts. All new second units require a building permit from the Building Inspection division and may require other permits from the Planning Division, Environmental Health division, or Public Works. In general, second units are encouraged in the R-1 and RS-5 Residential Single Family zoning districts. To learn more about the permit requirements and allowances for second units please see the Secondary Dwelling Unit Guide.
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