Accessory Dwelling Units

Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Ordinance 

In December 2020, the City of Jurupa Valley adopted a new Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) Ordinance. This ordinance included updates to clarify the different types of ADUs permitted and to incentivize an increase in housing citywide. ADUs are an attached or detached residential dwelling unit that is 1,000 square feet in size or less that provides complete living facilities for one or more persons, including permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation, and is located on a lot with a proposed or existing single dwelling unit or multiple dwelling units.  Section 9.240.290 Accessory Dwelling Units outlines the requirements and process for ADUs and Junior ADUs (JADUs). 

 For more information on ADUs, please contact the Planning Division at planninginfo@jurupavalley.org 

Permit-Ready Accessory Dwelling Unit (PRADU) Plans Now Available

Permit Ready Accessory Dwelling Unit (PRADU) program is part of the City of Jurupa Valley’s efforts to plan for housing needs throughout the community and accommodate a variety of housing.  The PRADU program encourages the construction of ADUs by offering a series of four detached ADU prototype pre-reviewed, code-compliant ADU construction plans with customizable options that allow for a choice of three exterior architectural styles.  The plans come with the option of three architectural styles: California Ranch, Cottage, and Mediterranean.  There is also an option available to include a detached two-car garage.   These ADU plans are pre-approved by the Building and Planning Divisions, which means stream-lined permit processing and significant savings on preconstruction fees.

Accessory Dwelling Unit Handbook (English)

Accessory Dwelling Unit Handbook (Español)

Documents and Plans for Application Submittal

The construction plans below are available for residents to obtain City permits within the City of Jurupa Valley. The full set of plans will be required for submittal. The following ADU Guidance Handbook has been created to assist you in preparing your submittal with the City. The ADU Guidance Handbook provides helpful information on ADUs and the permit process, and the Permit Ready ADU Packet includes the application and indemnification form, as well as an overview of fees and step-by-step instructions to assist in preparing your submittal.

Documents:

PRADU Plans: 

PRADU Plans REVERSED:

How Do I Apply and get my JADU or ADU approved?

Building Permit Process for ADUs that are 800 square feet or smaller 

  • Application: Submit a completed building permit application and construction documents (plans, calculations, etc.) on a USB flash drive at the City’s Public Counter located at 8930 Limonite Avenue.
    • The Building Permit Application can be found by clicking here.
    • A list of submittal requirements for ADUs can be found here. 
  • If you are using the PRADU plans:
    1. Legibly complete all necessary fields on the cover sheet of the plans 
    2. Add a site plan and include items specified in the “Site Plan Checklist” that is located on the PRADU plans to the plan set.
    3. Include any supplemental documents required by the PRADU plans, such as percolation reports or revised energy calculations. 
    4. Please do not complete the address portion of the PRADU plans as an address will be assigned to the ADU after submittal. 
  • Prior to (1) building permit issuance and (2) final inspection, clearances from the following City departments and other agencies must be obtained: 
    1. Building and Safety Division
    2. Planning Division 
    3. Public Works & Engineering Department
    4. School District
    5. Jurupa Area Recreation and Parks District (JARPD)
    6. Community Services District or Company/Organization that provides water or sewer services
    7. CAL FIRE/Riverside County Fire Department 
  • Prior the issuance of Certificate of Occupancy for the ADU/JADU, the following two items must be completed:
    1. Recordation of a covenant for the ADU or JADU. An ADU or JADU cannot be sold, transferred, or assigned separately from the primary dwelling, but may be rented. ADU cannot be used for short-term rentals for less than 31 days. Planning Division will prepare a covenant for you to notarize and record.
    2. Payment of impact fees.


ADU Entitlement Process for ADUs Larger than 800 square feet

  1. Application: Complete a Land Use Entitlement application with required items listed below: 
    • Land Use Entitlement application can be found by clicking here.
    • Application fee (applications submitted without the appropriate payment will not be processed until the application fee is paid.)
    • Architectural Plans (Site Plan must include site information listed on Sheet AS.2 of the PRADU plans; Floor Plan; Colored Elevation; and Color and materials sheet). Click here for an example site plan.
    • Hold Harmless Statement (only required when using PRADU plans). Click here for a copy of the Hold Harmless Statement.
    • Grant Deed
    • All items required by Section 9.240.290D. 
  2. Ways to Submit Application: Submit the ADU application online at Accela Citizen Access (ACA). You may also submit the application to the Planning Division in person at the public counter located at 8930 Limonite Avenue.
  3. After Entitlement Approval: You are ready to submit for your building permit application to Building & Safety Division. It is the same process described under the “Building Permit Process for ADUs that are 800 square feet or smaller” section.
  4. Other information:
    • ADU Handbook includes information on (1) how to process an ADU application, (2) ADU requirements, (3) PRADU protype designs, (4) development impact fees,  and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).
    • A homeowner may draw their own plans or hire a design professional to prepare the plans. All plans must be drawn to scale and demonstrates compliance with the code requirements. Alternatively, a homeowner can use the PRADU plans.