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Redwood City ADU Rules

Start with the official local ADU rules, then confirm lot-specific limits before requesting provider quotes.

Short answer

Start with the official local ADU rules, then confirm lot-specific limits before requesting provider quotes.

Source requirement: Official city or county rule source parsed and cited.

Local rule evidence

Size

Min: 150 sf Max one bedroom or less: 850 square feet Max two or more bedrooms: 1000 square feet Max JADU: 500 square feet ADA Compliant ADU: 1,200 sq ft” – ADA compliant meeting 11A building code *Not more than 50% of main home floor area, unless under 800 square feet...

Setbacks and parking

Rear and side: 4 feet. Front: 15 feet. Distance between buildings: 6 feet No parking required but, if provided, can be tandem and/or in driveway