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California ADU Laws in 2026: What Every Homeowner Should Know

California's ADU laws give most homeowners the right to build a backyard home, with a 60-day approval deadline and no impact fees under 750 sq ft. Here's every key bill and what it means for you.

California ADU Laws in 2026: What Every Homeowner Should Know

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