Detached Garage ADU

A Detached Garage Conversion Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) in Los Angeles involves transforming an existing standalone garage into a separate housing unit. It's detached from the main dwelling, meaning it's a standalone structure, but is designed to be a fully independent unit with its own entrance, kitchen, bathroom, and sleeping and living areas.

Here are the typical regulations for creating a detached garage conversion ADU in Los Angeles. Please check with local planning officials or a planning professional for the most current regulations:

• Zoning: The property must be zoned for residential use.
• Existing Structure: There must be an existing attached garage on the property to be converted into an ADU.
• Size: The size of the ADU is generally limited by the size of the garage being converted. However, an expansion of the existing structure may be possible, up to a limit of 1,200 square feet or 50% of the primary dwelling's floor area, whichever is smaller.
• Setbacks: For converted garages, no additional setbacks are usually required, as long as the existing structure meets current setback rules. If an expansion is necessary, it generally must comply with current setback requirements, which typically include a 4-foot setback from the side and rear property lines.
• Entrances: The ADU must have a separate exterior entrance.
• Kitchen and Bathrooms: The ADU must have its own kitchen facilities and at least one bathroom.
• Parking: If the conversion involves a garage, the parking spaces lost must generally be replaced elsewhere on the property. However, no additional parking is required for the ADU itself if it is within a half-mile of public transit or in certain other situations.
• Owner Occupancy: There is no owner-occupancy requirement, meaning the owner is not required to live in either the ADU or the primary dwelling.
• Utilities: The ADU must have necessary utilities. They can either be shared with the main house or separate, depending on local regulations and the preferences of the owner.
• Building Code Compliance: The design and conversion of the ADU must comply with all applicable local and state building codes.

Again, these requirements can vary depending on specific situations and locations, and rules may have changed since my training data was last updated. Always consult with local planning officials or a planning professional for the most accurate and up-to-date information.