Local ADU Rules

San Rafael

Last Updated May 21, 2025

ADU Contact:

Community Development Department community.development@cityofsanrafael.org

Standards
Details
Zones allowed
Lot Restrictions
Minimum Lot Size
Min/Max ADU Size
ADU Building Height
Setbacks
Parking Requirements
Owner Occupancy
Sample fees from recent permits
Other requirements
Process
Exceptions

Wondering what you can build?

Make sure you check out our Learning the Rules page for more step-by-step details