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Reforms to Accessory Dwelling Unit Program
Planning | September 1, 2025
Reforms to Accessory Dwelling Unit Program

Reforms to Accessory Dwelling Unit Program in San Diego Fire safety setbacks: Requires a minimum of four-foot side and rear setbacks for ADU homes in High or Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones to create defensible space. It also allows the Fire Code Official to require a greater setback to ensure compliance with the California Fire Code. Units Allowed on Single-Dwelling…