California AB956 modifies building codes to allow more accessory and junior accessory dwelling units.

California AB956 amends the Civil Code to allow for more accessory and junior accessory dwelling units. It permits multiple accessory dwelling units within unused spaces of existing multifamily dwellings and allows up to eight detached accessory dwelling units on lots with existing multifamily dwellings. It also allows for one accessory and one junior accessory dwelling unit per lot with a single-family dwelling. The bill voids covenants that unreasonably restrict these units and mandates local agencies to approve building permits for such units.

California AB956 modifies building codes to allow more accessory and junior accessory dwelling units.

California AB956 amends the Civil Code to allow for more accessory and junior accessory dwelling units. It permits multiple accessory dwelling units within unused spaces of existing multifamily dwellings and allows up to eight detached accessory dwelling units on lots with existing multifamily dwellings. It also allows for one accessory and one junior accessory dwelling unit per lot with a single-family dwelling. The bill voids covenants that unreasonably restrict these units and mandates local agencies to approve building permits for such units.