Accessory dwelling units (or “granny units,” “in-law units,” and various other names) are smaller units built on the same property as, or attached to, an existing primary residence. The County of San Mateo regulates the production of second units in the unincorporated areas of the County only (those areas that are not in the jurisdiction of incorporated cities). Find the regulating ordinance attached below.

• Accessory Dwelling Unit Regulations - Non-Coastal
• Accessory Dwelling Unit Regulations - Coastal Zone
• JADU Deed Restriction Template

See Also:

• Second Unit Resource Center
• Symbium - 3rd Party tool to assess feasibility of second unit construction on any property.