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Interested in converting a garage into a second unit or permitting an existing in-law unit? The State of California has implemented new legislation (SB 1069 and AB 2299) which allows homeowners to develop Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) on most single-family properties. The state law requires cities to allow ADUs to be built in nearly all single-family zones, effectively doubling the housing potential of these residences. Search your city to check your local zoning and learn about the ADU potential of your property... ADU is the official term for any type of additional (secondary) living unit or an apartment that you plan to add to your property in addition to your primary home... ADUs provide full bathroom and kitchen facilities, require permitting and fall into size, design restrictions and other local-zoning requirements. Those rules differ from city to city and the best way to find them is to look through your local zoning code. It takes some effort to go through permitting but..