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ARCHITECTURAL GUIDELINES
A. INTRODUCTION
As set forth in the Declaration, the Association is vested with the power to maintain and manage the Community, and improvements and modifications within the Community. Improvements include but are not limited to any modification of the Common Area or Lot.
1. Architectural Guidelines. The Board has the right to promulgate reasonable standards by which to examine architectural requests in order to ensure that the proposed plans conform harmoniously to the exterior design, existing materials, and maintain the structural integrity of the buildings and their systems. Pursuant to that authority, the Board has established these Architectural Guidelines (“Guidelines”). The Board does not seek to restrict individual creativity or personal preference, but rather to help preserve and improve the appearance of the Community, enhance the property values of all Owners in the Community, and maintain a neighbor-friendly environment.
2. Architectural Review Committee. The Board has created a Committee to review architectural application submissions and to make recommendations to the Board regarding architectural requests. Members of the Committee will receive no compensation for services rendered other than reimbursement by the Association for any expenses that might be incurred in performing its duties. The Committee has the right to retain architects or other construction specialists, as may be necessary, to perform its duties and charge a fee for this service.
3. Scope of Architectural Review. No exterior addition, installation, alteration, improvement, modification or construction work of any kind shall be made in or to any Lot until the plans and specifications showing the nature, color, kind, shape, height (including front, side and rear elevations), materials, and location of the same shall have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Committee. This submittal shall indicate the quality of workmanship and materials, harmony of external design and location in relation to the street, surrounding structures, lot lines setback lines, topography, and finish grade elevation. Failure to obtain approval from the Committee and Board may constitute a violation of the Guidelines and may require modification or removal of unauthorized modifications at Owner’s expense.
4. Permits. A building or other permit may be required by the City, or other governmental agencies, prior to the commencement of any work. Neither the Committee nor the Association assumes any responsibility for failure to obtain such permits. Also, obtaining such permits does not waive the obligation to obtain Committee and Board approval.
B. GUIDELINES
1. Architectural Application. Applications for Committee approval are to be made on the Association’s Architectural Application Form (“Application”). A copy of the Application is included within these Community Rules and can also be obtained through the Association’s website. Only the owner(s) of a lot may submit an Application. Link to Application
a. Submission of Applications. Applications are to be submitted to the Committee by the requesting Owner (“Applicant”).
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b. Construction Drawings. Any required plans or specifications for improvements or work must be prepared in accordance with the applicable building codes and with sufficient clarity and completeness to enable the Committee to make an informed decision on the request.
c. Submission of Application for Improvements. Two sets of proposed plans and specifications, together with the Application are required for Committee review. The Committee may also require an Impacted Neighbor Statement Form depending on the nature, location, and surrounding impact of the proposed improvements. One set of plans will be retained by the Association, and one set will be returned to the Applicant. The following information is required to constitute a complete Application:
i. Plot plan drawn to not less than 1/8” = 1” scale showing all proposed improvements, together with the desired location of such improvements to the unit, and complete dimensions of the proposed improvements;
ii. Description of planting and/or building materials to be used including the proposed color scheme (samples of materials may be requested);
iii. Description of the proposed construction schedule; and
iv. Any other information or documentation deemed to be necessary by the Committee in evaluating an Application.
2. Review Fee and Deposit. (No fees are being collected at this time – May 2024)
a. Review Fee. In connection with the submission of an application, Applicant is required to submit a review fee (“Fee”). The amount of the Fee depends on the scope and complexity of the proposed modification and is subject to modification by the Board at any time. At the time of adopting these Guidelines, the Fees are as follows:
Major Architectural: (e.g., multiple room remodel) $250.00
Moderate Architectural: (e.g., flooring installation) $100.00
Minor Modifications: (e.g., patio covers, gazebos, etc.) $0.00
After initial submission, the Applicant is entitled to one (1) resubmission at no additional cost. Additional reviews will require additional fees. The Fees identified herein are subject to change without further notice to the membership. Therefore, before submitting an application, Applicants are encouraged to contact the Committee.
b. Deposit. During construction, it is imperative that the Community maintain an attractive condition, and that work is performed so as to prevent damage to adjacent structures. In order to ensure that this is done, a construction deposit (“Deposit”) may be required. The amount of the Deposit depends on the scope and complexity of the proposed modification and is subject to modification by the Board at any time. At the time of adopting these Guidelines, the Deposit amounts are as follows:
Major Architectural: (e.g., multiple room remodel) $3,000.00
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Moderate Architectural: (e.g., flooring installation) $500.00
Minor Modifications: (e.g., patio covers, gazebos, etc.) $0.00
The Deposit will be held by the Association until a satisfactory Notice of Completion review has been concluded. Thereafter, any unused portion of the Deposit will be returned to the Application.
The Deposit shall be used for the following purposes:
i. To pay for actual costs incurred by the Association to clean up excess trash and debris allowed to accumulate in the Common Area or adjacent Lots caused by the actions of the Owner, the Owner’s contractor, or subcontractors if within seventy-two (72) hours written notice, the Owner does not cause the excess trash or debris to be removed.
ii. To pay actual costs incurred by the Association to correct damage to the Common Area caused by the Owner, the Owner’s contractor, or subcontractors if not corrected within seven (7) days written notice. Such costs can include the Association’s architect, consultant, or attorneys’ fees, repairing damage to Common Area caused by the Owner’s contractors, or in bringing the Owner into compliance with the Declaration, Guidelines, or applicable laws.
Should the Association be required to use all or a portion of the Deposit for the aforementioned purposes, the Owner will be required to supply the funds necessary to restore the Deposit account up to the required level within seven (7) days written notice from the Association. Should the Owner wish to appeal any charges made to the deposit account, a written appeal stating the reasons for the appeal must be submitted to the Board. This appeal will be considered at the next regularly scheduled meeting of the Board. Within seven (7) days of the meeting of the Board in which the appeal has been considered, the Board will inform the Owner in writing of the results of the appeal. Within thirty (30) days of the satisfactory Notice of Completion review the Association will refund any unused portion of the construction deposit with an explanation of any changes made to the deposit account.
3. Failure to Comply with Required Procedures. Failure to comply with the requirements and procedures set forth in these Guidelines will cause the application approval process to be delayed, pending submission of other information and documentation to the Committee. An incomplete Application will be returned to the Owner and will not affect the time limits for review otherwise reserved in favor of the Committee.
4. Approval by Board. Upon receipt of a complete Application, the Board shall transmit its decision and any explanation to the Owner, at the address listed in the Application, within thirty (30) days after the Committee receives a complete Application. If a decision is not transmitted within thirty (30) days after the Committee receives a complete Application, the Application shall be deemed approved.
The Board shall review and approve, conditionally approve, or disapprove all plans submitted to it for any proposed construction, installation, or alteration solely on the basis of structural considerations, the impact on integrally related systems, including but not limited to utilities, and the overall benefit and detriment which would result to the surrounding Lots and the Community generally. The Board may not approve proposed improvements that are inconsistent with the Declaration.
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5. Conditions of Approval. The Board may condition its approval of proposals or plans and specifications for any improvements based on any of the following reasons:
a. The Applicant’s furnishing the Association with security acceptable to the Association against any mechanic’s lien or other encumbrance which may be recorded as a result of such work;
b. Such changes as it deems appropriate;
c. The Applicant’s agreement to grant appropriate easements to the Association for the maintenance of the improvements;
d. The Applicant’s agreement to maintain the proposed improvement and indemnify the Association for any maintenance, repairs, or issues arising from it;
e. The Applicant’s agreement to install (at Applicant’s sole cost) water, gas, electrical, or other utility meters to measure any increased consumption;
f. The Applicant’s agreement to reimburse the Association for the cost of such maintenance;
g. The Applicant’s agreement to complete the proposed work within a stated period of time, and may require submission of additional plans and specifications or other information prior to approving or disapproving material submitted; or
h. Submission of an Impact Neighbor Statement Form depending on the nature, location, and surrounding impact of the proposed improvements.
6. Appeal. In the event an Application submitted to the Committee is disapproved, the Applicant may submit a request to the Board to reconsider the denial. The request for reconsideration shall be in writing, shall be addressed and delivered to the Board of the Association, and must be received not more than thirty (30) days following delivery to the Applicant of the notice of disapproval. The term “delivery” is defined within California Civil Code Section 4040.
The Board shall render its decision on the request for reconsideration within thirty (30) days following receipt of the request, and the Board shall transmit its decision to the Applicant within fifteen (15) days after its decision. However, if no written decision is provided to the Applicant within fifteen (15) days after the Board renders its decision, the request for reconsideration shall be deemed denied and the original disapproval shall be deemed affirmed. The Board shall uphold a disapproval if the Board concludes that the Committee acted within its authority under the Declaration and the Guidelines, and otherwise acted in a manner the Board believes to be in the best interests of the Community.
7. Enforcement. An Applicant must receive the Board’s written approval prior to the commencement of any improvement work. Failure to obtain the necessary approvals from the Board or failure to complete the improvements in conformity with the approved plans and specifications may constitute a violation of the Declaration and may require modifications or removal of any improvement work at Owner’s expense.
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8. Commencement of Construction. Construction must commence within three (3) months after approval of the Committee. If a project has not commenced within three (3) months after approval by the Committee, the Committee has the right, but not the obligation, to re-review previously approved plans and specifications. If requested in writing to the Committee, an extension may be granted at the sole direction of the Committee.
9. Completion of Construction; Delays. Construction must be entirely completed within twelve (12) months following commencement of construction. In the event delays are encountered, Applicant must make a written request for an extension of the approval, citing the reason(s) for the delay and the approximate time needed to complete construction. Applicant may be assessed a monetary penalty for each month (or part thereof) the project is delayed, pursuant to the Enforcement Policy.
10. Notice of Completion. Upon the completion of any construction, reconstruction, alteration, or refinishing of any improvement, or upon the completion of any other work pursuant to an approved Application, the Applicant is required to submit a written Notice of Completion to the Committee. The Notice of Completion form can be obtained through the Committee. Failure to submit a Notice of Completion upon completion of work is a violation of these Guidelines and may result in the levy of fines in accordance with the Enforcement Policy. Owner shall be personally liable for any such fines levied.
11. Inspection. The Committee or its duly authorized representative may perform an inspection of the work after receipt of a Notice of Completion to confirm that the installation of the work is in conformance with the approved Application. The right to inspect includes the right to require any Owner to take such action as may be necessary to remedy any non-compliance with the approved plans for the work or with the requirements of these Guidelines (“Non-Compliance”).
12. Notice of Completion; Time Limit. The Committee’s right to inspect the work and notify the responsible Owner of any Non-Compliance will terminate sixty (60) days after the work is complete and a Notice of Completion is received by the Committee. If the Committee fails to send a Notice of Non-Compliance to an Owner within the time limit allowed, the work will be deemed in compliance with the approved plans. Inspection delays caused by the Owner extend the limit by which the Association has to perform the inspection.
13. Non-Compliance. If the Owner fails to remedy any Non-Compliance within sixty (60) days after the date of notification from the Committee, the Committee will notify the Board in writing of such failure. After notice and hearing, the Board will determine whether there is a Non-Compliance, and, if so, the nature thereof and the estimated cost of correcting or removing the same. If a Non-Compliance exists, the Owner shall remedy or remove the same within a period of not more than forty-five (45) days after the date that notice of the Board’s ruling is given to the Owner. If the Owner does not comply with the Board ruling within that period, the Association may commence an action for damages or injunctive relief, as appropriate, to remedy the Non-Compliance.
14. Violations. All Owners in the Community have the right to bring to the attention of the Committee any violations of the standards set forth in these Guidelines. Any violation of these Guidelines or the Governing Documents may result in the levy of fines in accordance with the Association’s enforcement procedures and/or fine schedule. The Owner shall be personally liable for any such fines levied.
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15. Scope of Review. The Association, Board, Committee, and its members and designated representatives shall not be liable for damages to any Applicant submitting plans or specifications for approval, or to any Owner in the Community affected by an Application by reason of mistake in judgment, negligence, or nonfeasance, unless due to willful misconduct or bad faith of the Committee. The Committee’s approval or disapproval of a submission will be based solely on the considerations set forth in these Guidelines and the Declaration. The Committee will not be responsible for reviewing, nor may its approval of any plan or design be deemed approval of, any plan or design from the standpoint of structural safety or conformance with building or other codes.
16. Variances. The Committee may authorize a variance from compliance with any of the architectural provisions of the Declaration of these Guidelines, including without limitation, restrictions on height, size, floor area or placement of structures, or similar restrictions, when circumstances such as topography, obstructions, hardship, aesthetic, or environmental considerations are required. Such variances must be evidenced in writing, must be signed by a majority of the Committee and the Board, and become effective upon recordation. The Board must approve any variance recommended by the Committee before any such variance becomes effective. If variances are granted, no violation of the covenants, conditions, and restrictions in the Declaration shall be deemed to have occurred with respect to the matter for which the variance was granted. The granting of a variance does not waive any of the terms or provisions of the Declaration for any purpose except as to the particular property and particular provision of the Declaration covered by the variance. A variance does not affect the Owner’s obligation to comply with all laws affecting the use of the Lot.
C. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
1. Hours of Construction. All construction operations shall be carried on between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday, and 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. on Saturdays. In the event City or County ordinances are more restrictive, the City or County ordinance shall prevail. No construction shall be permitted on Sundays or a Federal holiday, except by owners performing minor repairs between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.).
2. Temporary Structures. No structure of a temporary character will be permitted to remain on any Lot without the written approval of the Committee.
3. Sanitary Facilities. Each Owner (and his or her contractor) shall be responsible for providing adequate sanitary facilities for their construction workers. Portable toilets or similar temporary toilet facilities shall be located only on the Owner’s Lot itself in a location approved by the Committee.
4. Debris Removal. Appropriate Best Management Practices are to be implemented to control water and construction debris run-off onto adjacent properties, Common Areas and streets. No refuse or construction materials of any type shall be washed down the gutter/street drains. The Lot, Common Area and streets are to be cleaned, at least, at the end of each day during construction. Debris collected on the construction site must be stored in a dumpster and/or trash bin. Debris piled and/or stored for eventual removal, and not in a dumpster or trash bin, is prohibited.
5. Unsightly Items. All rubbish, debris and other unsightly material or objects of any kind shall be regularly removed from the Lot and will not be allowed to accumulate thereon. Removal shall be made weekly and will not be allowed to accumulate on the Common Area or in the
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streets. In the event that the owner fails or refuses to remove rubbish, debris and other unsightly materials or objects from the Common Area or streets, the Association may have said materials removed. Any cost associated with the removal of the aforesaid materials may be assessed to the responsible owner in accordance with the Declaration and shall be collectable in any manner provided for in the Declaration and California law. Owners are prohibited from dumping, burying, or burning trash anywhere within the Association. Concrete trucks washing out spill pans before leaving the construction site shall do so only on the Owner’s Lot.
6. Right of Entry. If construction work requires the use of Common Area, or access from property not owned by Owner for purposes of transporting labor and materials, or for the temporary storage of materials for the work, the applicant shall obtain written permission from the Association or the property owner for the right to enter during construction. A copy of the letter granting permission shall be submitted to the Committee prior to commencement of construction.
7. Storage of Construction Materials. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary herein, in the event an owner stores construction material on the Common Area without the prior written approval of the Association, the Association shall notify the owner that owner has twenty-four (24) hours to remove said construction material from the Common Area. In the event that Owner fails or refuses to remove the construction material after being provided notice of same, the Association may have the construction material removed from the Common Area and placed on the responsible Owner’s Lot. Any cost associated with the removal and replacement of the construction material may be assessed to the Owner in accordance with the Declaration and shall be collectable in any manner provided for in the Declaration and California law. The Association shall not be responsible for any construction material and/or other property damaged as a result of its removal from the Common Area. Any damage to the Common Area caused by the storage of construction material may be assessed to the Owner in accordance with the Declaration and shall be collectable in any manner provided for in the Declaration and California law.
8. Construction Equipment. Trucks, concrete mixers, trailers, trash bins, compressors, and other types of construction equipment, as well as private vehicles of construction crew members, shall be parked only in areas designated by the Committee and only for such periods of time as approved by the Committee. The owner shall be financially responsible for any equipment removal or necessary repairs required by the Committee.
9. Dust and Noise. The Owner shall be responsible for controlling dust and noise from any construction on Owner’s Lot. Loud radio noise or conversation volume which can be heard from Common Areas or neighboring homes is prohibited. Common courtesy must be observed at all times. Any construction work which risks damaging or impacting neighboring property such as spray painting, sand blasting, etc., must provide adequate protection to contain the work and protect neighboring property.
10. Restoration or Repair of Other Property Damage. Damage to other property, including, but not limited to, other Lots or Common Area, shall be repaired or restored promptly at the expense of the person causing the damage or the Owner of the Lot where the construction activity is taking place. Under no circumstances shall the Association be responsible for any damage caused by construction activities and the owner engaged in such activity shall indemnify and hold the Association harmless from any and all claims made as a result of damage caused by owner’s construction activities. Upon completion of construction, each Owner and contractor shall clean the construction site and repair or restore all damaged property, including, but not limited to, restoring grades and repairing streets, driveways, drains, irrigation systems, culverts, ditches, signs, lighting and fencing.
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XIII. ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT AND JUNIOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT POLICY
A. PURPOSE
This Accessory Dwelling Unit and Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit Policy (“ADU Policy”) governs the approval requirements and responsibilities of Owners who choose to submit an application for the construction and installation of an accessory dwelling unit or junior accessory dwelling unit on their property. The goal of this ADU Policy and related approval processes is to ensure that materials, construction/installation, and maintenance of these dwelling conform to the high-quality community standards and avoids incongruous or unsightly conditions while protecting property values.
B. INTRODUCTION
As set forth in the Declaration, the Association is vested with the power to maintain and manage the Community, and improvements and modifications therein. In that capacity, the Association requires that the exterior appearance of all buildings, fences, walls, retaining walls, and structures on any Lot, and all exterior hardscape and landscape on the front yard of any Lot shall be well maintained. Any exterior alterations, including, but not limited to, an accessory dwelling unit or junior accessory dwelling unit, require the prior written approval of the Committee. All undefined capitalized terms used in this Policy shall have the same meaning as set forth in the Association’s Declaration, Bylaws, and applicable sections of the California Civil and Corporations Code.
C. DEFINITIONS
The following terms shall contain the meaning identified herein. All undefined capitalized terms used in this Policy shall have the same meaning as set forth in the Declaration, Bylaws, and applicable sections of the California Civil and Corporations Code.
1. “Accessory Dwelling Unit.” An accessory dwelling unit (“ADU”) means an attached or a detached residential dwelling unit which provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons. It must include permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation on the same parcel as the single-family dwelling is situated. An ADU also includes the following (Cal. Gov. Code § 65852.2(i)(4).):
a. An “efficiency unit,” as defined under the Section 17958.1 of the California Health & Safety Code. Efficiency units must have (a) living area of at least 150 square feet, (b) a kitchen sink, cooking appliance and refrigeration facilities, and (c) a separate bathroom containing a water closet, lavatory and bathtub or shower.
b. A manufactured home, as defined in Section 18007 of the California Health & Safety Code.
2. “Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit.” A junior accessory dwelling unit (“JADU”) means a unit that is no more than 500 square feet in size and contained entirely within an existing single-family structure. A JADU may include separate sanitation facilities or may share sanitation facilities with the existing structure. (Cal. Gov. Code § 65852.22(g)(1).)
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3. “Maintain” shall mean and refer to maintenance, repair, and replacement, regardless of whether or not capitalized.
4. “Permits” shall mean and refer to any building or other permit as may be required by the County, City, or other governmental agencies (collectively “Governmental Agency”), prior to the commencement of any work. Neither the Board nor the Association assumes any responsibility for failure to obtain such permits. Further, obtaining such permits does not waive the obligation of the Owner to obtain Committee approval of their Application (defined below).
D. APPLICATION
A completed Application must be submitted to the Committee and approved, in writing, before any work commences on an ADU or JADU. A copy of the Application form is attached to these Community Rules. In addition to the Application, the Applicant must also comply with the following:
1. Outside Consultant Fee. The Board will also require the Applicant to submit a Fee and Deposit in an amount to be specified at the time of submitting the Application. As noted in Article XIII, above, the purpose of the Fee is to cover all fees, costs and expenses associated with the review and approval of the Application by an outside consultant of the Committee’s choosing including by a licensed, insured, and credentialed architect, engineer and/or any other expert of the Committee’s choosing.
2. Additional Fees. Additional fees may be imposed on an Owner if it is determined such additional fees are necessary, based upon the complexity or scope of the Application and/or the need to retain additional experts or consultants. If such fees are determined necessary, Applicant will be notified by the Association and shall be required to submit the additional fee(s) within ten (10) calendar days of receipt of an invoice from the Association. Should Applicant refuse to remit payment to the Association, the amount shall become a special reimbursement assessment against Owner’s Lot and shall be collectible as permitted under the Declaration and California law.
3. Permits. If any Governmental Agency requires a Permit, the Permit drawings and specifications submitted to the Governmental Agency must be the same as those approved by the Association.
4. Modifications. If the Governmental Agency requires modifications to the plans, specifications, drawings, or other documents previously approved by the Association, the modified plans, specifications, drawings, or other documents must be resubmitted and approved in writing by the Association along with a revised Application before starting any work.
5. Zoning and Use. All uses shall conform with the zoning ordinances of all relevant Governmental Agencies, including the County, City, and the uses permitted under the Declaration.
E. RENTALS
In addition to any other Rules governing the rental or leasing of a Lot or individual rooms thereof, the following shall apply:
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1. Compliance with Governing Documents. Board-approved and permitted JADUs and ADUs and any Tenants living therein must comply with the Governing Documents at all times, except as required by law, Owners are responsible for any and all violations of the Governing Documents by their tenants, invitees, and guests.
2. Notification of ADU/JADU Rental. Owners must notify the Association’s Community Manager in writing prior to renting an ADU or JADU on a Lot. Failure of any Owner to comply with this provision will result in the levying of a fine in accordance with the Association’s fine policy, subject to notice and a hearing.
F. AESTHETIC AND BUILDING STANDARDS
Applicant shall ensure the highest degree of architectural standards are followed when considering the construction of an ADU or JADU. ADUs and JADUs must be compatible in scale, nature, design, kind, shape, height, width, color, material, etc. with the Lot’s existing structure and architectural design.
1. Construction and Foundation. All ADUs and JADUs shall be constructed with a foundation and utilize wood frame construction. Temporary, modular, shipping, tiny, or mobile units will not be allowed. With regard to JADU’s, no exposed and/or visible studs or any other form of unfinished construction is permissible.
2. Garage Conversion. When a garage is converted, the garage door shall be kept in place keeping the front elevation of the property intact.
3. Entry Doors. Additional entry doors shall be limited to non-street facing, keeping the main front door as the focus, while an ADU or JADU door would be secondary.
4. Conformity with Existing Aesthetics. Architectural details such as window grids, wood details, roof pitches, and overall character needs to be considered when adding an ADU or JADU. An ADU or JADU must incorporate the overall aesthetic standards existing throughout the community such that it would appear as though the ADU or JADU was originally constructed with the property. The exterior building composition, texture, and color of an ADU or JADU must match that of the existing structure.
5. Landscape Screening. Landscape screening may be required to mitigate the visual impacts from an ADU or JADU.
6. Setbacks. Setbacks shall conform to with the Government Agency requirements and the Association’s Governing Documents.
7. Standards. The construction of any ADU or JADU shall meet all Governmental Agency and Association standards.
8. Size and Construction Requirements.
a. ADUs. All new construction ADUs, attached and detached, shall comply with the overall aesthetic standards of the community and these Guidelines. ADU’s shall comply with State law, City zoning ordinances, and the following standards:
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i. Attached ADU: The maximum size permitted for an attached ADU is 850 square feet or 1,000 square feet if the ADU includes more than one (1) bedroom. An attached ADU cannot exceed 50 percent of the living area of the primary dwelling, provided, however, that the maximum square footage allowed must be at least 800 square feet of gross floor area.
ii. Detached ADU: Detached ADUs on a lot less than 1 acre can be a maximum of 850 square feet, except for when an ADU provides more than one (1) bedroom, which can be a maximum of 1,000 square feet. If a lot is one (1) acre or greater, a detached ADU can be up to 1,000 square feet in size.
iii. An ADU must contain complete independent living facilities, including a permanent kitchen, and separate areas for living and sleeping.
iv. An attached ADU must have a separate entrance from the main residence.
v. Detached ADUs are limited to one story and sixteen feet (16’) in height, unless located above or below a garage.
vi. Newly constructed ADUs meet the same development standards, such as Lot coverage and building separation, as set by the City.
vii. In no event shall there be more than one (1) ADU on a Lot.
viii. ADUs shall match the primary dwelling in architectural character, color, and materials.
ix. ADUs may not interfere with, affect the drainage of or be placed on or over easements and Association maintained slopes, if any.
x. ADUs are to be located to minimize the impact to adjacent Lots.
xi. ADU setback standards include the following, as may be changed from time to time by the controlling Government Agency:
1) Four-foot minimum setbacks from rear and side yard property line. Front yard setback and required building separation per zoning standards.
2) Existing setbacks can be maintained for an existing legal detached garage or existing accessory structure that is converted to an ADU on a lot with a single-family residence.
3) Setbacks for new ADU can conform to those of a legally demolished structure, provided that the construction of the proposed ADU is built in the same location and to the same dimensions per applicable zoning standards.
b. JADUs. The total area of floorspace of a JADU shall not exceed 500 square feet and the JADU must be constructed within the existing walls of the primary residence (i.e., JADUs are converted from existing living space contained entirely within a single-family dwelling.) Furthermore, the following standards will also apply:
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i. No detached JADUs are allowed.
ii. An efficiency cooking area is required within the unit.
iii. A separate entrance from the main dwelling unit or accessory unit is required, with an interior entry to the main living area.
iv. Only allowed on a single-family dwelling and limited to one JADU.
9. Fire Safety. The construction of an ADU or JADU shall meet all Governmental Agency and Association fire safety standards.
10. Utility Connections. The construction of an ADU or JADU shall meet all Governmental Agency and Association requirements. Please contact the local health officer to determine whether additional approval is required.
G. SALE
An ADU or JADU shall not be sold separate from the primary residence.
H. MAXIMUM NUMBER
No more than one (1) ADU and one (1) JADU is permissible on any single Lot.