This new law allows Accessory Dwelling Unit's (ADUs) or casitas to be built on single-family home lots in cities with more than 75,000 people. The law went into effect Jan. 1. A local business owner who specializes in casitas tells FOX 10 Phoenix he has new customers waiting for the law to take effect.
The new guest house rules allow two ADUs per lot (and even three on certain lots), and each ADU may be up to 75% of the gross floor area of the main house (not to exceed 1,000 sf for lot up to 10,000 sf or 3,000 sf for lots over 10,000 sf).
Building: Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter. Temporary motion picture, television, and theater. Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural. Window awnings supported by an exterior wall of.
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Construction permits are needed for new homes and when existing homes are remodeled or additions are made. For instance, a permit is needed for a garage/carport construction or conversion, porch enclosure, demolition, patio cover, fence/wall, and other construction projects.
Report a Non-Permitted Construction Issue If you prefer an alternative to this form, you may report non-permitted construction activity by telephone at this number: 602-262-7884. Or, you may send an e-mail to the City of Phoenix Planning and Development Department at dsd@phoenix​.
A building permit is required for most non-residential construction, new homes, and when existing homes are remodeled or additions are made.
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Permits are issued for a period of 1 year. Permits may be renewed annually provided that the permit holder is in compliance with the rules and regulations.