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ADU FAQ: California Homeowners' Top Questions Answered (2026)

23 questions California homeowners ask about backyard ADUs, each answered in a few sentences and checked against state law, with links to our full guides.

ADU FAQ: California Homeowners' Top Questions Answered (2026)

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