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In Banning, our analysis is based on California law.
Your city may have different rules and may not allow an ADU at this location. Contact your city for more information.
ADU Report
Detached ADU Sketch Change
561 W Williams St, Banning
California law allows a
detached ADU here. Your city
may have more restrictions.
LOT AREA RESIDENCE ON PROPERTY AREA OF PRIMARY
RESIDENCE
6,502 sqft Single-family
1,071 sqft
AREA OF OTHER GROUND FLOOR AREA PARCEL NUMBER
STRUCTURES
491 sqft 1,562 sqft 540142011
Detached ADU Design Standards
DETACHED ADU
Free-standing buildings that are unattached to your home.
NUMBER (MAX)
1
If the Detached ADU is no more than 800 sqft, then a Junior ADU (JADU) may also be
constructed on your property.
HEIGHT (MAX)
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16 ft or more
A Detached ADU over 16 ft in height may be allowed by your city. Some jurisdictions allow 1-
story ADUs, while others allow 2-story ADUs and ADUs built above garages. Sometimes, the
maximum allowable height of an ADU depends on how far the ADU is located from the property
lines.
SIZE (MIN)
150 sqft
SIZE (MAX)
800 sqft or more
Your city may allow an ADU that is up to 1,200 sqft. An ADU up to 800 sqft should be allowed.
FRONT SETBACK (MIN) SIDE SETBACK (MIN) REAR SETBACK (MIN)
Varies 4 ft 4 ft
Check with your city about how far your ADU must be located from your front property line.
Some cities require ADUs to be placed behind the main home; others require no front setback
(at least for ADUs that aren’t over 800 sqft).
ADU will likely need to be built a few feet from other buildings.
Setbacks aren't needed for ADUs within or replacing existing buildings. No setbacks are
required for any portion of the ADU that is within an existing building or is constructed in the
same location and to the same dimensions as an existing building.
CAR PARKING REQUIRED
1 parking spot
Existing parking spots don't have to be replaced if any are lost due to the construction of an
ADU.
Parking won’t be required in some instances. No parking will be required for your ADU if a
permit is required to park on the street, but the residents of the ADU are not eligible for such a
permit. No parking will be required for your ADU if your property is located within a block of a
car share location. No parking will be required for your ADU if your property is located within an
architecturally and historically significant historic district. No parking will be required for your
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ADU if you submit your ADU permit with an application to create a new single-family or
multifamily dwelling on the same lot.
Allowed parking locations. Parking is allowed in the property's required setback areas or
through tandem parking on a driveway or elsewhere on your property.
Design
Detached ADU Sketch
ADU Dimensions ADU Sqft ADU Placement
32 ft 9 in x 23 ft 753.3 sqft Contact city
ADU might not be allowed this
close to the front property line.
Cost
Estimated Cost Construction Type
$219,000 - $258,000 Site-built
This educational tool provides a ballpark estimate of the
cost of designing and building an ADU. It's not a substitute
for professional advice. Finish Quality
Standard
Building Area
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753.3 sqft
Cost per Area
$ 318 / sqft
Other factors that impact cost and return on investment:
1 Site Conditions
For instance, your costs will likely increase if your property has a steep slope, is situated
next to a natural resource (like a creek), or has a site challenge listed at the top of this
report. Other site-specific conditions that may influence cost include soil conditions,
building foundation type, and existing obstructions (such as mature trees, utility lines, and
narrow streets).
2 Design Decisions
Your costs will vary based on the architect and contractor hired, the quality of finishes
selected, the number and height of stories constructed, the size of the unit, and whether
the ADU is new construction built on site or built in a factory. Typically, smaller units have a
higher cost per square footage to construct than larger units, and projects become much
more expensive if they involve adding a second story to an existing building or structure.
3 Cost of Materials
Construction costs are subject to rapid change in response to market conditions. For
example, in summer 2020, lumber costs in the Bay Area increased by approximately 40%
due to a supply shortage. Your ADU project will be impacted by the cost of materials at the
time that you decide to move forward with construction.
4 Fees
Your local government will likely charge fees for reviewing your ADU application. If your
ADU is more than 750 sqft, your city may also charge impact fees, which are fees to
ensure that new development funds its fair share of public services (e.g., schools, parks,
and affordable housing).
5 Utility Upgrades
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For instance, a new or separate utility connection for the ADU may be required, which
could result in a connection fee or capacity charge. If you build your ADU without
converting an existing building, you may need to add solar panels to your ADU or primary
home. You will also need to outfit your ADU with fire sprinklers if they are required in your
primary residence. If your property relies on a septic system, additional testing may be
required.
6 Sale and Rental Restrictions
Most cities don’t allow ADUs to be rented out for a period of less than 31 days. And, the
ADU cannot be sold separately from the primary residence.
Next Steps
1 Research (1 month)
Visit the Symbium Knowledge Base to learn more about ADUs.
Then, contact your city to ask any questions and confirm what you can do on your
property. Some questions to ask include:
Is a detached ADU allowed at this location?
What is the maximum square footage of a detached ADU?
What is the maximum height of a detached ADU?
How far must the ADU be set back from the front lot line?
How far must the ADU be located from other buildings on the property?
Must off-street parking be provided for the ADU?
Are there any other factors that may influence what can be built here (e.g., steep
slopes, poor soil, environmental regulations, historic preservation requirements)?
What fees will I be required to pay?
2 Design (1-3 months)
Hire a team (e.g., architect, licensed contractor, modular home builder) to design your
ADU. If you are using a modular or prefab design from an experienced team, the design
process will move relatively quickly. Similarly, if your city offers pre-approved plans,
selecting one will minimize the time the design process takes. Custom ADU designs will
likely take longer to develop. Regardless of the type of ADU you select, the cost and time
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required will vary based on your lot conditions and what you want to build. Your team will
draw plans for your project.
3 Permitting (1-6 months)
Apply for permits. At minimum, you and your team will need to pull a building permit
before you can build your ADU. Your city may require additional permits and processes.
Your ADU permit should be approved if your application meets all of the city's objective
requirements, without requiring a public hearing.
Work with your team to address any feedback provided during the plan review process.
Your city will likely provide comments on your plans for you and your team to address in
order to satisfy the regulations that apply to your property. This will likely require you to
change the plans that you submitted, and may alter the design of your ADU. Most projects
require a few rounds of revisions before they are approved.
Pick up permits. Your city should grant you permits within 60 days of your submittal of a
complete application (that incorporates all required plan revisions). If your permit was
denied, the city is required to provide a detailed list of reasons why. Once your permit
application(s) has been approved, you can pick up your approved documents from the city
to start construction.
4 Construction (2-12 months)
Build your ADU. Frequently, homeowners hire a general contractor to build their ADU. The
amount of time required to construct your ADU will vary based on your ADU design, lot
conditions, and contractor’s availability. Typically, prefab or modular ADUs will have
shorter construction timelines than custom projects.
Receive certificate of occupancy. This means that your jurisdiction has inspected your
newly constructed ADU, and it meets all of their requirements.
5 Move in
You did it! You can now move into your ADU. If you are renting the unit out, you’ll want to
learn about the rights and responsibilities of landlords in your city before finding a tenant.
This information does not constitute an entitlement or legal advice and should only be used for estimation purposes. The
property information provided, although based on best available data, must be confirmed. Double-check with your city, which
has the final say with regards to the administration and enforcement of their rules.
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