(A) For an attached or detached ADU, an application and fee must be filed according to the applicable provisions of the underlying zone. The application shall be reviewed and approved by the Director based on compliance with this chapter and the approval shall be considered a zoning clearance as set forth in Chapter 23.08. The ADU must be designed to be compatible with the main dwelling unit, including, as applicable, the use of the same general architecture, same exterior materials, same or similar roof covering, same or complementary exterior colors, and the same or similar architectural details and other features as the main dwelling unit. The ADU must otherwise meet the design standards set forth in Chapter 23.44 of this code, and the design elements of the application shall be subject to the same review process as any application in the underlying zone.
(B) For an integrated ADU that has independent exterior access from the existing residence, and side and rear setbacks that are sufficient for fire safety, an application must be filed according to the applicable provisions of the underlying zone and approved by the Director based on compliance with this chapter.
(C) Upon approval of an ADU by the Director, the applicant shall have a period of one year to submit building plans and other necessary plans to the building department. No ADU may be constructed until the building department has issued required permits and approvals necessary for the proposed construction.
(Ord. 4724, passed 12-11-17)