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Chapter 2ݤ9224 STANDARDS FOR SPECIFIC LAND USES

§9224.13 SECOND UNITS

Ukiah Zoning Code · 2026-07 edition · updated 2026-07-07 · Ukiah

A second unit shall comply with the requirements of this section where allowed by Table 3: Allowed Uses and Permit Requirements.

A. Accessory Use: Second units are allowed accessory to a single-family residence where allowed by Table 3: Allowed Uses and Permit Requirements. B. Attached or Detached: A second unit may be attached to a single-family residence or detached as a separate structure. C. Architecture: 1. Existing Single-Family Home – No Modifications: When a second unit will be constructed accessory to an existing single-family home and the exterior of the single-family home will not be modified, the second unit shall incorporate the same or substantially similar architectural design and details, and building materials as the existing single-family home.

  1. Existing Single-Family Home – Modifications: When a second unit will be constructed accessory to an existing single-family home and the exterior of the single-family home will be modified, the modifications to the single-family home and the design of the second unit shall comply with the applicable development standards requirements of this code. 3. New Single-Family Home: When a second unit will be constructed at the same time as a new single-family home, the second unit and single-family home shall comply with the development and architectural standards of this code. D. Access: The second unit shall have a separate door. In the event of an attached unit, the entrance to the second unit may be located along the front of the existing single-family residence only when the entrance and address is obviously visible from the street in front of the residence. E. Density: Second units are exempt from the density calculation. F. Development Standards: A second unit shall comply with the development standards of the zoning district in which the second unit is located. For parcels that adjoin a differently zoned parcel, the side and rear yard setbacks shall be as determined by the zoning of the parcel on which the second unit would be located or the adjoining parcel(s), whichever is greater. G. Conversion: Existing structures proposed for conversion to a second unit shall comply with the development standards of the zoning of the parcel on which the second unit would be located. H. Parking: Parking shall be provided for the single-family residence as required by the zoning district in which the parcel is located. One additional parking space per bedroom shall be provided for the second unit. The parking spaces for the single-family residence and the second unit shall be independently accessible. I. Owner Occupancy: One of the units on the parcel shall be occupied by the owner of the property. J. Rental: The second unit may be used for rental purposes.

zoning district in which the parcel is located. One additional parking space per bedroom shall be provided for the second unit. The parking spaces for the single-family residence and the second unit shall be independently accessible. I. Owner Occupancy: One of the units on the parcel shall be occupied by the owner of the property. J. Rental: The second unit may be used for rental purposes.

K. Size: The maximum size of a second unit shall be seven hundred fifty (750) square feet. L. Subdivision: These regulations do not allow the division of property upon which a second unit is located unless all requirements of the applicable zoning district, and any other requirements of this code, are met. M. Code Compliance: The second unit shall meet all applicable building and fire codes and shall have electric, water, and sewer service provided through the City with the type of meter arrangement at the property owner’s option. Water, sewer, and electrical services shall be available prior to the issuance of a building permit for a second unit. (Ord. 1139, §2 (Exh. A, 5.130), adopted 2012)

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▸ Contents — Ukiah Zoning Code
Ukiah Zoning Code
  1. Chapter 2
  2. ▸ Chapter 2
    Overview
    1. §9055 PURPOSE AND INTENT
    2. §9056 PURPOSE AND INTENT
    3. §9057 PURPOSE AND INTENT
    4. §9058 PURPOSE
    5. §9067.5 LOT COVERAGE
    6. §9135 PURPOSE AND INTENT
    7. §9170 PURPOSE AND INTENT
    8. §9174 PURPOSE
    9. §9220 PURPOSE
    10. §9221 APPLICABILITY
    11. §9222 ZONING
    12. §9223 BUILDING AND SITE USES
    13. ▸ §9224 STANDARDS FOR SPECIFIC LAND USES
      Overview
      1. §9224.1 PURPOSE
      2. §9224.2 APPLICABILITY
      3. §9224.3 COMMUNITY GARDENS
      4. §9224.4 HOME OCCUPATIONS
      5. §9224.5 LARGE FAMILY DAYCARE
      6. §9224.9 RESTAURANT – FORMULA FAST FOOD
      7. §9224.13 SECOND UNITS
      8. §9224.14 SINGLE ROOM OCCUPANCY FACILITIES
      9. §9224.15 SPECIALTY FOOD AND BEVERAGE SALES WITH TASTINGS
    14. §9225 SITE AND BUILDING DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
    15. §9227 HISTORICAL BUILDING STANDARDS
    16. §9228.1 PARKING REQUIRED
    17. §9228.2 NUMBER OF PARKING SPACES REQUIRED
    18. §9228.3 REDUCTION OF REQUIRED VEHICLE PARKING
    19. §9228.4 EXCESS PARKING
    20. §9228.5 LOCATION OF REQUIRED VEHICLE PARKING
    21. §9228.6 PARKING STALLS AND DRIVE AISLES
    22. §9229 TREE PRESERVATION AND PLANTING REQUIREMENTS
    23. §9230 CIRCULATION STANDARDS
    24. §9231 ADMINISTRATION AND PROCEDURES
    25. §9232 GLOSSARY

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