A project of the Santa Clara County Planning Collaborative

A project of the Santa Clara County Planning Collaborative

Do I need to live in the main house to build an ADU or JADU?

JADU owners need to live in the primary unit or the JADU – and this may need to be recorded in a deed restriction for the property. You may also be required to live on the property if it includes an ADU. Check Local ADU Rules and talk with staff early to find out. 

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