ADU Regulations in Citrus Heights, California
Sacramento County · CA · Pop. 90,000
Max ADU Size
1,200
sq ft detached
Rear Setback
4 ft
Permit Timeline
60 days
Build Cost
$140,000 – $285,000
Zoning
Allowed ADU Types
Citrus Heights is a Sacramento suburb incorporated in 1997 with a predominantly single-family residential character. Light rail access to downtown Sacramento makes it an attractive ADU investment market for commuters. The city has streamlined ADU permitting to align with state law and regional housing goals.
Source: City of Citrus Heights — Accessory Dwelling Units · Citrus Heights Municipal Code Title 106 (Zoning), Section 106-4.3.600
Dimensions
Size & Setback Requirements
Detached
1,200
sq ft max
JADU
500
sq ft max
Attached
50% of primary home, max 1,200 sq ft
Setbacks
front
Same as primary dwelling per underlying zone
side
4 ft
rear
4 ft
Max height: 16 ft
Lot coverage: Per underlying zone; typically 40–45% in RD zones
Citrus Heights lots range from compact post-war subdivisions to larger semi-rural parcels. Mid-size lots (6,000–8,000 sq ft) are typical and generally accommodate detached ADUs without difficulty.
Permitting
Permit Process
Department
City of Citrus Heights Community Development Department — Planning Division
Review Timeline
60 days
Permit Fees
$5,500 – $11,000
Impact Fees
Impact fees waived for ADUs under 750 sq ft; proportional fees apply above that threshold
Required Documents
- ›Site plan (to scale, showing lot dimensions, all structures, setbacks)
- ›Floor plans
- ›Elevations
- ›Title 24 energy compliance (residential)
- ›Structural drawings
Citrus Heights offers one of the more affordable ADU permitting processes in the Sacramento metro area. The Sacramento Regional County Sanitation District handles sewer service for most of Citrus Heights. The city's planning counter is open Monday–Friday and accepts digital applications.
Visit City of Citrus Heights Community Development Department — Planning Division →Infrastructure
Utilities & Requirements
Solar
Required
Parking
Not required
Separate Meter
Optional
Fire Sprinklers
See note
Financials
ADU Costs in Citrus Heights
Typical Build Cost
$140,000 – $285,000
Cost per Sq Ft
$195 – $260
Monthly Rental
$1,300 – $2,100/mo/mo
Property Value Added
Adds $145,000 – $280,000 to property value
Available Grants & Programs
- ★CalHFA ADU Grant Program available (up to $40,000 for pre-development costs)
- ★Sacramento County Housing and Redevelopment Agency programs — check availability
Citrus Heights represents one of the most accessible ADU investment entry points in the Sacramento metro area. Build costs are significantly lower than Bay Area markets while rental demand is supported by Sacramento's growing tech, healthcare, and government employment base. Gold Line light rail (Sunrise and Citrus Heights stations) connects residents to downtown Sacramento without a car.
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Citrus Heights Quick Facts
- Max size1,200 sq ft
- Rear setback4 ft
- Permit timeline60 days
- Build cost$140,000 – $285,000
- Rental income$1,300 – $2,100/mo/mo
- Owner occupancyNot required
Official Source
City of Citrus Heights — Accessory Dwelling UnitsCitrus Heights Municipal Code Title 106 (Zoning), Section 106-4.3.600
Last verified: March 14, 2026
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