ADU Regulation Update to Comply with State Law
Summary
Beverly Hills must update its accessory dwelling unit rules because state law now allows more ADUs — up to eight on existing multifamily properties. Local protections for historic properties were narrowed to state-registered properties only, frustrating councilmembers. Second reading next week.
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Last discussed Aug 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
Minimal direct cost; shapes future housing supply and permitting workload.
Homeowners and property owners seeking to add ADUs, and tenants seeking housing.
Owners of locally designated historic properties lose some historic review protections under state law.
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