Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)

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1 Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) The City of Camarillo permits Accessory Dwelling Units (previously known as granny flats or second dwelling units ) as a means of providing a different form of housing to help the State of California meet its diverse housing needs by providing affordable housing choices within existing neighborhoods that serve different populations, ranging from students and young professionals to people with disabilities, caretakers, and senior citizens. What constitutes an accessory dwelling unit? Accessory dwelling unit or ADU means an attached, integrated or detached residential dwelling unit which provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons, and includes permanent living, sleeping, kitchen and bathing areas on the same parcel as the single family dwelling. An ADU is defined in Government Code section (i). An ADU also includes the following: (a) an efficiency unit, as defined in Health and Safety Code section , and (b) a manufactured home, as defined in Health and Safety Code section Accessory Dwelling Unit Standards The Camarillo Municipal Code (CMC) Chapter outlines all development standards for ADUs (attached) Types of ADUs There are three (3) types of ADUs: 1. Attached ADU is attached to the existing single family dwelling unit. 2. Detached ADU is detached from the existing single family dwelling unit. 3. Integrated ADU is located within the living area of the existing single family dwelling unit (room conversion). Owner Occupancy Requirement Either the main dwelling unit or the ADU must be occupied by the property owner. As a result, each year the owner must file an annual declaration listing the occupants of both the main and accessory dwelling units to ensure compliance with the CMC. Permitted Zones and Lots ADUs are permitted only on legal lots with an existing single family residence or in conjunction with a proposed singlefamily residence in the Rural Exclusive (RE) Zone, Single Family Residential (R 1) Zone, and Residential Planned Development (RPD) Zone. Only one ADU is permitted on a lot. Planning Review process Attached or Detached ADU = Plan Review application Integrated ADU = Zone Clearance application Setback Requirements The minimum front, side and rear setbacks of the underlying zone apply to an ADU, except that no setback will be required for an existing garage that is converted to an ADU. If a garage is converted, please note that enclosed parking is still required for the main dwelling. A setback of no more than five feet from the side and rear lot lines will be required for an attached ADU that is constructed above a garage. R 1 (CMC Sec ) RPD (CMC Sec ) R E (CMC Sec ) Front Yard Setback 20 feet 20 feet 20 feet Rear Yard Setback 20 feet 20 feet 20 feet Side Yard Setback 5 feet (one story) 10 feet (two story) Off Street Parking (CMC Section ) 10 feet (street side yard) 5 feet (interior side yard) A. Number: The parking requirement for an ADU is one parking space per bedroom. 10 feet or 15% (one story) 10 feet if <25ft (two story) B. Location: Required parking spaces may be provided as tandem parking on an existing driveway. City of Camarillo Department of Community Development Accessory Dwelling Units Page 1 of 2

2 C. Exemption: No parking is required for an ADU if: 1. The ADU is located within one half mile of public transit; 2. The ADU is located within an architecturally and historically significant historic district; 3. The ADU is an integrated ADU; or 4. When there is a car share vehicle located within one block of the ADU. Unit size On lots less than one acre in size: An ADU may not have more than one bedroom. An ADU may not exceed 700 square feet in area in the R E Rural Exclusive Zone, and 640 square feet in area in the R 1 Single Family Zone and RPD Residential Planned Development Zone. On lots of one or more acres in size: An ADU may not have more than two bedrooms. An ADU may not exceed 30 percent of the size of the existing living area of the main dwelling unit or 1200 square feet, whichever is less. Building Height The height of a detached ADU may not exceed 15 feet (one story). The height of an attached ADU may not exceed the maximum height permitted in the zone (25 feet maximum for the R 1 and RPD zones; 35 feet maximum for the R E zone). Driveway access The ADU must be served by the same driveway access to the street as the existing main dwelling unit. Common entrance An attached ADU may be served either by a common entrance with the main dwelling unit or a separate entrance to the ADU. The separate entrance must be located on the side or at the rear of the main dwelling unit. Preliminary Review Encouraged The first step would be to review the proposed accessory dwelling unit with the Department of Community Development. The counter planner is available to provide information on your lot, zoning, setback requirements, and permitted size of the ADU. The applicant is encouraged to review the proposed ADU with the Public Works Department to ensure there are not any unique characteristics of the property that would restrict the placement of the ADU. As you design the ADU, take the opportunity to review the design with City staff including Community Development, Public Works, and the Building and Safety Department. Review the ADU Standards to make sure the Municipal Code requirements have been met. Commonly Asked Questions: Why does Camarillo require a deed restriction to be recorded? The City wants future property owners to be aware of City requirements that one of the units must be owner occupied. Camarillo also wants to make sure the neighborhood retains the appearance of a single family neighborhood. What other permits may be required? Please contact: Building and Safety Department at and Public Works Department at Will a new address be assigned to the ADU? Yes. A new (1/2) address will be assigned to the ADU through the building permit process. For more information contact the Department of Community Development at F:\HANDOUTS\MISC Zone Clearance sample, etc\word versions of Misc Counter handouts\accessory Dwelling Units 2.docx (08/07/2017) City of Camarillo Department of Community Development Accessory Dwelling Units Page 2 of 2

3 Definitions. EXHIBIT A Chapter Accessory Dwelling Units The following terms when used in this chapter will have the meanings provided in this section: "Accessory dwelling unit" or "ADU" will have the meaning set forth in Government Code section (i), which is: an attached or a detached residential dwelling unit which provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons, and includes permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation on the same parcel as the single-family dwelling is situated. An accessory dwelling unit also includes the following: (a) an efficiency unit, as defined in Health and Safety Code section , and (b) a manufactured home, as defined in Health and Safety Code section "Attached ADU" means an ADU that is attached to the existing single-family dwelling unit. "Detached ADU" means an ADU that is detached from the existing single-family dwelling unit. "Integrated ADU" means an ADU that is located within the living area of the existing singlefamily dwelling unit. "Public transit" means the Camarillo Metrolink station, or a fixed bus route with regular service covering a significant portion of the city that is not a subscription service Owner-occupancy requirement. A. The applicant for an ADU must be an owner-occupant. B. Upon approval of an ADU application, a declaration that provides that either the main dwelling unit or the ADU will be occupied by the property owner must be recorded before occupancy and will be binding on all future owners of the parcel. C. Beginning one year after the approval date of the ADU, and annually thereafter, the owner must file an annual report listing the occupants of the main dwelling unit and ADU in order to ensure compliance with this condition Permitted zones and lots. A. ADUs are permitted only on legal lots with an existing single-family residence or in conjunction with a proposed single-family residence in the R-E Rural Exclusive Zone, R-1 Single Family Zone, and RPD Residential Planned Development Zone. Ordinance No Page 4 of 6

4 B. An ADU may only be constructed on a legal lot that conforms to the lot area, width and depth requirements of the underlying zone. C. Only one ADU is permitted on a lot Review process. A. For an attached or detached ADU, a plan review application must be filed and approved in accordance with the applicable provisions of the underlying zone. The ADU must be designed to be compatible with the main dwelling unit, including, as applicable, the use of the same exterior materials, roof covering, colors, and other architectural features as the main dwelling unit. B. For an integrated ADU, a zone clearance application must be filed and approved by the department in accordance with the applicable provisions of the underlying zone Setback requirements. The minimum front, side and rear setbacks of the underlying zone apply to an ADU, except that no setback will be required for an existing garage that is converted to an ADU, and a setback of no more than five feet from the side and rear lot lines will be required for an attached ADU that is constructed above a garage Off-street parking. A. Number. The parking requirements for an ADU is one open or enclosed parking space per bedroom. No additional parking, or reconfiguration of existing parking on the lot, is required for an integrated ADU. B. Location. Required parking spaces may be provided as tandem parking on an existing driveway. Off-street parking is permitted in setback areas in locations determined by the city or through tandem parking, unless specific findings are made that parking in setback areas or tandem parking is not feasible based upon specific site or regional topographical or fire and life safety conditions. C. Exemption. No parking is required for an ADU in any of the following instances: 1. The ADU is located within one-half mile of public transit. 2. The ADU is located within an architecturally and historically significant historic district. 3. The ADU is an integrated ADU. 4. When there is a car share vehicle located within one block of the ADU. Ordinance No Page 5 of 6

5 Unit size. A. On lots less than one acre in size, the following size limits apply: 1. An ADU may not have more than one bedroom. 2. An ADU may not exceed 700 square feet in area in the R-E Rural Exclusive Zone, and 640 square feet in area in the R-1 Single Family Zone and RPD Residential Planned Development Zone. B. On lots of one or more acres in size, the following size limits apply: 1. An ADU may not have more than two bedrooms. 2. An ADU may not exceed 30 percent of the size of the existing living area of the main dwelling unit or 1200 square feet, whichever is less Building height. The height of a detached ADU may not exceed 15 feet. The height of an attached ADU may not exceed the maximum height permitted in the zone Code compliance. The ADU must comply with all applicable building, health and fire codes, except that an ADU is not required to provide fire sprinklers if sprinklers are not required for the main dwelling unit Driveway access. The ADU must be served by the same driveway access to the street as the existing main dwelling unit Common entrance. a An attached ADU may be served either by a common entrance with the main dwelling unit or a separate entrance to the ADU, which must be located on the side or at the rear of the main dwelling unit. No ADU will be required to provide a new passageway from the ADU to the street. Ordinance No Page 6 of 6

6 SUBMITTAL City of Camarillo Department of Community Development 601 Carmen Drive P.O. Box 248 Camarillo, CA Phone: ; Fax: City of Camarillo Department of Community Development ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT PLAN REVIEW Application APPLICATION Staff Use Application Project No. Plan Review Plan Modification Fee Received by Date Filed HTE No. (Keep Receipt with Application) Planner NOTE Prior to submittal of the application, it is advised that the applicant review the requested proposal with the Department of Community Development in order to review Ordinance requirements and consistency with the General Plan. In completing the application form, please be accurate and complete. If you have any questions or require assistance, contact the Department of Community Development. APPLICANT Contact Person (required) Address City State Zip Phone (8 am 5 pm) Cell Fax APPLICANT ARCHITECT Contact Person (required) Address City State Zip Phone (8 am 5 pm) Cell Fax PROPERTY OWNER Contact Person (required) Address City State Zip Phone (8 am 5 pm) Cell Fax REQUEST Type of ADU: Attached Detached Integrated Square footage of ADU: Proposed Height of ADU: Number of Bedrooms in ADU: Number of Parking Spaces provided for ADU (show location on site plan):

7 ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT PLAN REVIEW Page 2 of 5 PROPERTY DESCRIPTION Property Acquired (date) Legal Description Property Address Assessor s Parcel No. Cross Street(s) Dimensions of Parcel: Width Current Zoning General Plan Designation Depth Parcel Area Utility Services: Location / Size of Line Source: Company / Agency UTILITIES Water Electricity Gas Sanitation Will the ADU have new or separate utility connections from the main dwelling? SITE FEATURES Will grading create any slopes steeper than 3:1 or higher than 4 feet? Buildings Topographical / Vegetation Size of Main Residence: (Living area sq. ft.; Garage area sq. ft.) MAIN DWELLING Building Materials: Roofing Walls / Colors & Materials Windows / Tint / Frames Trim / Color & Materials Type of Construction

8 ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT PLAN REVIEW Page 3 of 5 PROVISIONS CHECKLIST Accessory dwelling unit permits may be issued in the RE, R-1, and RPD5U or lessor zones if the Director of Community Development determines that such use complies with the following provisions: Definition: An accessory dwelling unit (ADU) is an attached or detached dwelling unit which provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons, and includes permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking and sanitation on the same parcel as a single-family dwelling. An ADU can also be an efficiency unit and a manufactured home. Type: Attached ADU is attached to the existing single-family dwelling unit. Detached ADU is detached from the existing single-family dwelling unit. Integrated ADU is located within the living area of the existing single-family dwelling (room conversion). No Plan Review is required for an Integrated ADU. See Zoning Clearance application. Development Criteria: Refer to Camarillo Municipal Code Chapter for development standards. See Accessory Dwelling Unit handout for general information and commonly asked questions. No project application will be considered complete unless the following materials are provided. Additional materials may be required depending on the nature and location of the request. Refer to the following section for a description of the various required materials. Staff Use LIST rqd. rcvd. Development plans 10 copies (folded and collated) rqd. rcvd. Reduced copy of the development plans Maximum size = 11 x 17 rqd. rcvd. Photos of main house rqd. rcvd. Materials board Maximum size = 9 x 15 rqd. rcvd. Filing Fees Notes (For an explanation of each item above, refer to the Application Material Descriptions section) APPLICATION MATERIAL DESCRIPTIONS DEVELOPMENT PLANS The development plans must include site plan showing all structures on the property. Floor plans, exterior elevations, building sections and roof plan are required for the ADU. The site plan must show all areas proposed for landscaping, parking circulation, loading, pedestrian access, building areas, and the treatment of topography, including walls and grading. The site plan must be supported by scale, north arrow, legend, title, designer s name and address, information and data (such as lot coverage percentages, number of parking spaces, zone classification, etc.), easements, setback dimensions, property dimensions, an indication of the environmental features (including existing topography and vegetation). The floor plans must be drawn at a scale of ¼ = 1 foot or 1/8 = 1 foot. All rooms must be labeled and dimensions must be provided of the rooms and overall building. Building square feet for all structures must be noted. Elevations of all exterior walls must be provided with all exterior finishes labeled. Provide dimensions to indicate the height of the building. A roof plan must be included showing all features of the roof including skylights, solar panels, etc.

9 ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT PLAN REVIEW Page 4 of 5 APPLICATION MATERIAL DESCRIPTIONS continued MATERIALS BOARD A materials board must be submitted with each ADU Plan Review application. The materials board must indicate the colors, finishes and textures for walls, wood trim, roofs, paint, glass, window frames, garden walls, and doors. The materials board must have references to the name and project number of the material sample. Do not include samples of stone tile, etc. The maximum size of a materials board must be a flat 9 x 15. Photos of the main dwelling may be provided in lieu of a materials board if the same colors and materials will be used for the ADU. Once submitted, the materials board will be kept on file with the Community Development Department. FILING FEE Before an application can be accepted, all filing fees for a Community Development Department application must be submitted as outlined in a resolution by the City Council (Fee Schedule). ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT PLAN REVIEW CERTIFICATION APPLICANT S SIGNATURE NOTE: An application may be filed only by the owner of the property or by a person with the power-of-attorney from the owner authorizing the application, or by the attorney-at-law representing the owner. I have the authority to file this application on behalf of the owner as authorized by the owner s consent signature below. I am the owner of the property. I have the power-of-attorney from the property owner authorizing the application and a copy of the authorization is attached. I am the attorney-at-law representing the owner and a copy of the authorization is attached. I/We,, being duly sworn do depose and say that I/we am/are the owner(s) or applicants herein named and that the foregoing statement and answers herein contained and the information herein submitted are in all respects true and correct to the best of my/our knowledge and belief. Signature Name (Please print) Date OWNER S CONSENT CONSENT BY OWNER (If applicant is other than owner, owner must sign consenting to filing.) I/We,, am/are the owner(s) of the subject property and consent to the filing of this application and hereby authorize city representative(s) to enter upon my property for the purpose of examining and inspecting the property in preparation of any reports and/or environmental review for the processing of the application(s) being filed and consent to the filing of this application. Signature Name (Please print) Date

10 ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT PLAN REVIEW (Staff section) Page 5 of 5 ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION Signed Comments/Conditions APPROVED / DENIED Date F:\HANDOUTS\Applications \Applications in Word \Plan Review-2nd unit Update jg (8/23/17)