According to the City of San Gabriel, you can now install an ADU to your property with more ease. You can create new detached homes, add to an existing house or garage, or create ADUs out of existing space.
Building an ADU is a great way to add extra living space to your home, but the process can be complex and confusing. At Vision ADU, we specialize in helping homeowners in San Gabriel build beautiful and functional ADUs. We’ll work with you to figure out the best design for your needs and budget, pull all the required permits, and manage the construction process from start to finish.
Type of ADUs
The following type of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are allowed in San Gabriel, California.
Attached ADU
An Attacched ADU connects to an existing house, typically through the construction of an addition along the home’s side or rear.
Max 1,000 sq. ft.
Detached ADU
An Attacched ADU connects to an existing house, typically through the construction of an addition along the home’s side or rear.
Max 1,200 sq. ft.
Garage Conversion
An Attacched ADU connects to an existing house, typically through the construction of an addition along the home’s side or rear.
Max 1,200 sq. ft.
Junior ADU
An Attacched ADU connects to an existing house, typically through the construction of an addition along the home’s side or rear.
Max 500 sq. ft.
San Gabriel Property Requirements
Several rules and regulations must be followed when building an ADU in San Gabriel. These include:
Number of ADUs Allowed
Single-family lots can build 1 attached ADU or 1 detached ADU with 1 JADU. Multi-family lots are allowed a maxium of 2 detached ADUs.
ADU Size
850 square feet of floor area for a studio/1 bedroom. 1,000 square feet for 2 bedrooms (no more than two bedrooms are allowed)
Height Limit
The maximum height is 16 feet, measured to the top of the roof ridge, and the unit shall not exceed one story.
Number of Bedrooms Allowed
Allows 2 bedrooms.
Setbacks
4 feet from the property line is the minimum side and rear setbacks required for an attached or detached ADU. There are no minimum setbacks requirements for garage conversions or JADUs unless it is needed to ensure fire safety.
Owner Occupancy
JADUs are subject to an owner-occupancy requirement, the property owner must live on the property. All other ADUs built in San Gabriel after January 1, 2020, but before January 1, 2025, are not subject to any owner-occupancy requirement.
Rental Guidelines
No short term rentals allowed.
San Gabriel is a city located in Los Angeles County, in the state of California. San Gabriel is a culturally diverse city with a large Hispanic population. The city is also home to many historical landmarks, such as the Old Mission San Gabriel Arcangel, founded in 1771.