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Title IX — DEVELOPMENT CODE›Part V — ZONING DISTRICTS AND ALLOWABLE LAND USES›Chapter 85 — SECONDARY LIVING QUARTERS AND SB 9 UNITS
Bradbury Municipal Code § 9.85.010 Purpose
Bradbury Municipal Code · 2026-10 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · Bradbury
Cite as: Bradbury Municipal Code § 9.85.010 · Text as of 2026-10-04
Sec. 9.85.010. - Purpose.¶
(a) The purpose of this chapter is to implement the requirements for the establishment of accessory dwelling units, junior accessory dwelling units, secondary living quarters and Senate Bill 9 (Ch. 162, 2021 Legislative Session) housing.
(b) In cases of conflict between this chapter and any other provision of this title, the provisions of this chapter shall prevail. To the extent that any provision of this chapter is in conflict with State law, the mandatory requirement of State law shall control, but only to the extent legally required.
(Ord. No. 398, § 2, 7-15-2025)
Sec. 9.85.020. - Summary of allowed development.¶
The development allowed in each zone under this chapter for the primary unit, ADUs and JADUs, SB 9 developments, and accessory living quarters (ALQ) shall be as summarized in the table below and as further described in the specific provisions of each of the articles of this chapter.
| Zone | Allowed Development | Allowed Development |
|---|---|---|
| R-7,500 | • Primary unit - 1,500 square foot minimum • ADU - 1,000 SF max; 800 SF max if combined with JADU • JADU - 500 SF max • SB 9 development without lot split - 2 primary units, one of which must meet minimum development size; may have ADU and JADU • SB 9 development with lot split - 2 units with at least one primary on each lot; ADU and JADU count towards unit numbers. Only one primary unit must meet the minimum development size. | |
| R-20,000 | • Primary unit - 1,850 square foot minimum • ADU - 1,000 SF max; 800 SF max if combined with JADU • JADU - 500 SF max • SB 9 development without lot split - 2 primary units, one of which must meet minimum development size; may have ADU and JADU • SB 9 development with lot split - 2 units with at least one primary on each lot; ADU and JADU count towards unit numbers. Only one primary unit must meet the minimum development size. | |
| A-1 | • Primary unit - 2,250 square foot minimum • ADU - 1,000 SF max; 800 SF max if combined with JADU • JADU - 500 SF max • SB 9 development without lot split - 2 primary units, one of which must meet minimum development size; may have ADU and JADU • SB 9 development with lot split - 2 units with at least one primary on each lot; ADU and JADU count towards unit numbers. Only one primary unit must meet the minimum development size. • ALQ of up to 1,500 SF which can be split between SRO development of 2-4 units and guest house. If lot is split, divide proportionately to the lot split percentage. | |
| A-2 | • Primary unit - 2,500 square foot minimum • ADU - 1,000 SF max; 800 SF max if combined with JADU • JADU - 500 SF max • SB 9 development without lot split - 2 primary units, one of which must meet minimum development size; may have ADU and JADU • SB 9 development with lot split - 2 units with at least one primary on each lot; ADU and JADU count towards unit numbers. Only one primary unit must meet the minimum development size. • ALQ of up to 2,000 SF which can be split between SRO development of 2-6 units and guest house. If lot is split divide proportionately to the lot split percentage. | |
| A-5 | • Primary unit - 2,500 square foot minimum • ADU - 1,000 SF max; 800 SF max if combined with JADU • JADU - 500 SF max • SB 9 development without lot split - 2 primary units, one of which must meet minimum development size; may have ADU and JADU • SB 9 development with lot split - 2 units with at least one primary on each lot; ADU and JADU count towards unit numbers. Only one primary unit must meet the minimum development size. • ALQ of up to 2,500 SF which can be split between SRO development of 2-10 units and a guest house. If lot is split, divide proportionately to the lot split percentage. |
(1) For size of primary unit, see the requirement of the specific zone.
(2) For ADU/JADU see Chapter 85, Article II.
(3) For SB 9, see Chapter 85, Article IV.
(4) For ALQ (Accessory Living Quarters), Chapter 85, Article III.
(Ord. No. 398, § 2, 7-15-2025)
Sec. - 9.85.030. Los Angeles County fire department/building code requirements.¶
Notwithstanding any other provision in this chapter to the contrary, all new construction must:
(1) Meet the requirements of the Los Angeles County Fire Department; and
(2) Comply with the provisions of the California Building Code as set forth in Title XVII of the Bradbury Municipal Code.
(Ord. No. 398, § 2, 7-15-2025)
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