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The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) has released an updated Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Handbook.  The ADU Handbook was updated for 2025 to reflect the latest state laws governing ADU's.  The pdf may be downloaded from the link below.  

Additional information regarding ADU's may be found at HCD's website:


HCD Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Webpage


Accessory Dwelling Unit Handbook January 2025

Heidi Kunstal

Community Development Department Director
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