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ADU rules in Palmdale
3 sources
These are the primary sources for accessory dwelling unit regulations in Palmdale: the city's own zoning code, planning department pages, and permit guides. Start here before talking to anyone: the rules below are what your permit reviewer will apply.
ADU regulations
- cityofpalmdaleca.govOfficial sourceVerified July 2026https://www.cityofpalmdaleca.gov/1351/Standard-ADU-Plans
- cityofpalmdaleca.govOfficial sourceVerified July 2026https://cityofpalmdaleca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/15305/Accessory-Dwelling-Units-PDF
- codepublishing.comOfficial sourceReviewed July 2026Municipal Code §17.91.010https://www.codepublishing.com/CA/Palmdale/#!/Palmdale17/Palmdale1791.html#17.91.010Browse the full code library and look up §17.91.010
California statewide law also applies
California sets baseline ADU rights at the state level. Where local rules are stricter than state law allows, state law usually wins, so both are worth reading.
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