ADU Eligibility Checker

Find out if your property qualifies to build an Accessory Dwelling Unit

Check Your Property

Enter your Los Angeles address to see if you can build an ADU

This tool is for City of Los Angeles properties only

What is an ADU?

An Accessory Dwelling Unit is a secondary housing unit on a single-family residential lot, like a backyard cottage or garage conversion.

What We Check

Zoning, lot size, hillside areas, historic preservation zones, and open building violations that may affect eligibility.

Increase Property Value

ADUs can add rental income potential and significantly increase your property's overall value.