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Review the City of Desert Hot Springs - ADU Handbook to familiarize yourself with the City’s ADU regulations. Talk to a Planner or Permit Technician if you have any questions about ADUs or want information on the pre-approved ADU regulations.

How much are the permit fees for an ADU?

Construction cost such as materials, labor, and consultant fees will vary depending on rates set by the consultants and professionals you choose to retain. However, the City is making efforts to greatly reduce costs associated with building an ADU. On June 6, 2023, the City of Desert Hot Springs City Council approved to waive all...

Why are ADU's important?

California's lack of housing production and large population growth have caused a housing shortage. In fact, only half the homes needed to keep up with population growth were constructed in California in the past ten years. That means that cities statewide need to build more housing. It also means that housing is unaffordable, particularly for renters in...

What is an ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit)?

An ADU is an attached or detached residential dwelling unit which provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons, including permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation, which is located on the same lot as a single-family detached dwelling unit.

Mediterranean & Pueblo Style 3-Bedroom/2-Bath - (988 sf)

Mediterranean & Pueblo Style 2-Bedroom/Bath - (704 sf)

Mediterranean & Pueblo Style 1-Bedroom/Bath - (608 sf)

Mediterranean & Pueblo Style Studio - (440 sf)

Contemporary & Spanish Style 3-Bedroom/2-Bath - (959 sf)

Contemporary & Spanish Style 2-Bedroom/Bath - (819 sf)

Contemporary & Spanish Style 1-Bedroom/Bath - (609 sf)

Contemporary & Spanish Style Studio - (384 sf)

Workshop Presentation

Sample Site Plan

Hold Harmless Statement

Building a New Detached ADU Guidebook

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)

Desert Hot Springs' Pre-Approved ADU Plans are Now LIVE! * ADUs are not permitted on lots that are on septic if they are less than 1 acre in size. Pre-Approved Plans for New Detached ADU The City of Desert Hot Springs in collaboration with YNG Architects is offering property owners a selection of eight (8)...

Vacancy: Public Safety Commission

The City of Desert Hot Springs seeks applicants to fill one (1) vacancy on the Public Safety Commission. Notice of Unscheduled Vacancy PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION Pursuant to Section 2.24.030 of the City of Desert Hot Springs Municipal Code (“DHSMC”), notice is hereby given that one (1) vacancy exists on the Public Safety Commission. About the...

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