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ADU design-build · Newport BeachADUs in Newport Beach
High property values and small coastal lots: in Newport Beach, a well-designed ADU is one of the rare ways to add living space close to the water.
What applies to your lot
Building an ADU in Newport Beach
Who approves your ADU
City of Newport Beach: ADUs follow Section 20.48.200 of the Municipal Code, and Section 21.48.200 inside the Coastal Zone. State law applies everywhere: a decision within 60 days of a complete application, no public hearing, and at least 800 sq ft with 4 ft side and rear setbacks.
City standard plans
Newport Beach offers ADU standard plans already reviewed by Building and Planning, which can shorten the path to a permit.
The Coastal Zone
Much of the city is in the Coastal Zone. A coastal development permit may be added, and an ADU must not affect public views, beach access or habitat.
Safe ADU
Already have an unpermitted unit? The city Safe ADU program helps legalize existing ADUs. We can assess what it would take.
California law, everywhere
The rules every city must respect
800 sq ft
Every city must allow at least an 800 sq ft detached ADU with 4 ft setbacks.
4 ft
Maximum side and rear setback for a new detached ADU.
750 sq ft
No impact fees up to this size.
60 days
To approve or deny a complete application, without a hearing.
Ideas for your lot
Plans that suit Newport Beach lots
L & U shapes
U-shape around a courtyard
1 + den1 bath
2 bedrooms
L-shaped family two-bedroom
2 beds2 baths
FAQ
ADU questions in Newport Beach
Who approves an ADU in Newport Beach?
The City of Newport Beach, under its zoning code and, near the coast, its Local Coastal Program.
Is my house in the Coastal Zone?
The city address search tool tells you. We check it first, because it changes the schedule and sometimes parking.
Do you come to my property?
Yes. The visit is free: we look at the lot, the access and the utilities, then give you a realistic estimate.
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A project lead reviews your address, tells you what your lot can hold and gives you a first look at your financing eligibility.
What you get
- Free, with no obligation
- A clear answer on what your lot can hold
- A first look at financing eligibility, by phone or at your property
- A site visit only if it makes sense
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Service areas
Serving homeowners across Los Angeles
Los Angeles, the South Bay and Orange County, within about 40 miles of Paramount. Farther on request.
Service areas
ADU rules, city by city
Permits, fire and coastal zones, pre-approved plans: see what applies in the 36 cities we serve.
Central Los AngelesSan Fernando ValleyThousand OaksSimi ValleyParamountWest AdamsMid-CityCulver CityLong BeachDowneyWhittierNorwalkTorranceInglewoodComptonCarsonAnaheimSanta AnaIrvineHuntington BeachPasadenaGlendaleBurbankRialto (on request)Garden GroveOrangeFullertonCosta MesaNewport BeachTustinSherman OaksEncinoVan NuysWoodland HillsNorthridgeCalabasas