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Pre-Approved ADU Plans in Anaheim, California

Browse official and accepted pre-approved ADU plans for Anaheim, California. Compare plan size, bedrooms, providers, approval status, official source links, permit requirements, and fees.

Program status: source-backed listings Last checked Jul 28, 2026

Program Overview

This Anaheim page summarizes source-backed pre-approved ADU plan listings for Anaheim, California, using official records tied to City of Anaheim. The current export lists 4 accepted plans from 1 provider; provider names include City of Anaheim ADU Anaheim. The accepted listings are tied to the local Anaheim program. Plan records cover 224 to 1,199 sq ft and studio to 3 bedrooms where those fields were listed by the source.

Permit and fee context is kept separate from plan acceptance. The data export includes 12 permit requirement records and 5 fee records for Anaheim. Permit requirement records include ADU Express property eligibility, Eligible plan type for ADU Express, and others. Fee records include Preapproved plan cost, ADU permit and development impact fees, and others. When a source did not publish a value, the page keeps that field as Not listed in source instead of filling a blank.

Use these listings as a starting point for matching a plan to a property. Source links, checked dates, acceptance notes, and provider records are shown so you can verify whether a plan remains accepted locally, what site-specific review remains, and whether local fees, plan licensing, or provider terms apply. A listing in this directory does not guarantee permit approval for a specific parcel.

Summary

Location
Anaheim, Orange County, California, USA
Accepted plans
4 accepted plans
Providers
1 provider
Origin programs
1 program
Plan size range
224 to 1,199 sq ft
Permit sources
9 sources

How to use this page

  1. Pick a plan size and bedroom count.
  2. Check whether the plan originated locally or is accepted from another city/county program.
  3. Open the official source.
  4. Confirm current status with the local building department.
  5. Ask the provider what site-specific work, plan licensing, engineering, and utility review are still required.

Accepted Plans

4 plans

Permit Requirements

12 requirements

ADU express

ADU Express property eligibility

Official city source

Only qualified single-family properties are eligible; applicants must verify the address with the City's eligibility tool.

Last checked
Jul 28, 2026
Notes
Not listed in source

ADU express

Eligible plan type for ADU Express

Official city source

Only detached ADUs listed in the City catalog qualify. Attached, conversion, expansion, prefab, and modular proposals use standard review.

Last checked
Jul 28, 2026
Notes
Not listed in source

Site specific

Site-specific plan completion

Official city source

A site plan and, depending on plan and property, Title 24 documents, structural details, and a soils report may still be required.

Last checked
Jul 28, 2026
Notes
Not listed in source

ADU express

Site plan and final City review

Official city source

City staff creates the site-specific plan during an ADU Express meeting; preliminary and final approvals still must be completed.

Last checked
Jul 28, 2026
Notes
Not listed in source

Detached

Detached setbacks and separation

Official city source

Front setback follows the underlying zone; side and rear setbacks are four feet; separation from the main dwelling is ten feet.

Last checked
Jul 28, 2026
Notes
Roof overhangs must remain at least 12 inches from the property line.

Fees

5 fee records

All

Combined plan-check and building-permit fee

Government PDF

Variable schedule; 62% plan check and 38% inspection; separate mechanical, electrical, and plumbing permit fees.

Last checked
Jul 28, 2026
Notes
The exact classification applicable to a specific ADU must be confirmed by the City.

All

Scheduled Planning and Building fee increase

Official city source

Increase effective 2026-08-24; updated online schedules announced for 2026-08-28.

Last checked
Jul 28, 2026
Notes
This future change was announced but had not yet taken effect on the research date.

Official Sources

9 sources

Anaheim ADU FAQ

6 answers

Does Anaheim have accepted or pre-approved ADU plans in this directory?

Yes. The current Anaheim, California page lists 4 accepted plans from 1 provider in the source-backed export.

What ADU plan sizes are listed for Anaheim?

The listed Anaheim plan records range from 224 to 1,199 sq ft. Use the individual plan cards to confirm bedrooms, bathrooms, plan documents, and provider details because some fields are not listed by every official source.

Where do the Anaheim ADU plan records come from?

They are tied to 9 official sources in this page's source set, including City of Anaheim. Each plan, fee, and permit note should still be checked against the linked official source before use.

Can Orange County or nearby city ADU plans be used in Anaheim?

The current Anaheim records do not show accepted plans from a separate Orange County or nearby city program. Treat outside pre-approved plans as unavailable in Anaheim unless an official Anaheim source says they are accepted.

Do pre-approved ADU plans guarantee permits in Anaheim?

No. A source-backed accepted plan can reduce plan review work, but Anaheim can still require site-specific review, zoning checks, fees, utility coordination, and current code compliance. This page lists 12 permit requirements to help flag items to verify with the local building department.

Are Anaheim ADU permit fees and requirements listed?

This page includes 5 fee records and 12 permit requirements for Anaheim. These are source-backed summaries, not a final permit quote or approval checklist.