City of Inglewood ADU Regulations
Everything you need to know about building Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in Inglewood, CA.
Overview
In order to comply with new state rules, the City of Inglewood in California has modified its ADU policy. A lengthy and expensive approval process will no longer be necessary for homeowners who own property inside the city limits to construct secondary units on their land.
Building an ADU is a great way to add extra living space to your home, but the process can be complex and confusing. At Eazy ADU, we specialize in helping homeowners in Inglewood 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 Inglewood, 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.
Detached ADU
An Attacched ADU connects to an existing house, typically through the construction of an addition along the home’s side or rear.
Garage Conversion
An Attacched ADU connects to an existing house, typically through the construction of an addition along the home’s side or rear.
Junior ADU
An Attacched ADU connects to an existing house, typically through the construction of an addition along the home’s side or rear.
Inglewood Property Requirements
Several rules and regulations must be followed when building an ADU in Inglewood. 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
Inglewood allows a maximum of 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.
Parking
1 uncovered or covered parking structure is required unless the property has physical limitations. An alternative parking arrangement may be made subject to a parking waiver in such a case.
Owner Occupancy
JADUs are subject to an owner-occupancy requirement, the property owner must live on the property. All other ADUs built in Inglewood after January 1, 2020, but before January 1, 2025, are not subject to any owner-occupancy requirement.
Rental Guidelines
You can rent out your ADU on a long-term basis. Short-term rentals such as Airbnb or anything less than 30 days may not be allowed in your neighborhood.
Inglewood is a city located in the southwestern region of Los Angeles County, California. The city was founded in 1908 as a residential and agricultural community and was incorporated as a city in 1917. Today, Inglewood is a vibrant, diverse community. It is home to several popular attractions, including the Hollywood Park Racetrack, the Forum, and the Inglewood Village Shopping Center.
