Everson City Zoning Code

Eliminating barriers to accessory dwelling units in Residential zones.

Providing and encouraging development of affordable housing.

Increasing density in urban areas and reducing urban sprawl into natural resource lands.

To provide flexible housing options for households with individuals who are unable to live independently.

Locations Permitted. ADUs are permitted in all residential zones. This includes Residential, Residential-7500, and Residential Multiple-Use.

A maximum of two ADUs may be constructed on a single lot. The ADUs may be:

The parcel in which the ADU is proposed to be constructed shall only contain one principal dwelling unit.

ADUs may be added to or converted from an existing accessory structure, such as detached garages or workshops, pursuant to applicable parking requirements and construction standards required for the principal dwelling unit.

Detached ADUs shall have separate utility hook-ups from the primary dwelling.

ADUs shall pay 100% of the utility hook-up fees outlined in the City's current master fee schedule.

ADUs shall meet all land use requirements for a single-family residence in the respective zone, unless explicitly stated otherwise.

ADUs must pay 50% of the current required impact fees required for the principal dwelling unit.

Condominium. ADUs shall not be segregated in ownership from the principal dwelling unit unless through a condominium process.

Size and Scale. ADUs shall not exceed 1,000 sq. ft.

Minimum Lot Size. A property containing an ADU must meet the minimum lot size requirement of the principal dwelling unit within the respective zone.

Lot Coverage. A property containing an ADU must not exceed the maximum lot coverage of the respective zone.

Maximum Building Height. ADUs shall not exceed a roof height of 32 feet or that of the principal dwelling unit, whichever is lower.

Setbacks. The ADU shall meet the setbacks of the principal unit within the underlying zone. Detached ADUs may be sited on the lot line, if the lot line abuts a public alley.

Restrictions. ADUs are not permitted on lots not served by city sewer.

Foundation. ADUs must be permanently affixed to a foundation per the requirements of the International Residential Code (IRC).

ADUs shall provide one additional off-street parking space per ADU in addition to the required parking for the primary dwelling unit.

ADUs located one-half mile walking distance from a major transit stop are not required to provide off-street parking.

Application. The property owner shall apply for an ADU permit through the Building Department. This application shall be processed as a Class I application. Application shall be in accordance with the required documents outlined in Chapter 15.04 EMC.

Applicable Codes. The ADU shall comply with all construction codes set forth in Title 15 of the Everson Municipal Code, the latest State Building Code, and any other applicable codes.

Variance. Variance to this chapter shall require variance approval as outlined in Chapter 19.11 EMC.

Violations. Any violation of any provision hereof is a violation under Section 19.11.130 EMC.