Community Development

  



Program Overview

Property owners interested in constructing ADUs can now save time and money on their projects with the City’s Pre-Approved Accessory Dwelling Unit Program (PAADU). These beautiful designs provide owners the ability to better understand costs associated with construction, a preview of what to expect and ease of design planning. To preview pre-approved ADU designs, please visit the PAADU webpage.

PAADU plans and permit applications may be approved Over-The-Counter (OTC) at the Permit Center with the assistance from the Planning and Building & Safety Bureaus. Upon approval, a building permit can be issued the same day. For more information about the permitting process, or to schedule an appointment and apply for an ADU construction permit, please visit the Permit Center webpage.

Where to Begin - Next Steps

Planning is your first step when looking to construct an ADU on your property. Pre-Approved Accessory Dwelling Units (PAADUs) require compliance with the City of Long Beach ADU Regulations. Please visit the Planning Bureau for more information.

Is your property in a Historical District, Coastal Zone? Not Sure? Contact Planning at 562.570.6194 to get started.



Pre-Approved Plans

For more information about each PAADU design below, click on the image.

PAADU-01 – New (800 sf) 1-story, 2-bedroom, 2 bathroom with (23 sf) covered entry, optional patio cover.
   
PAADU-02 – New (415 sf) 1-story, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom with (23 sf) covered entry
   
PAADU-03 – New (876sf) 1-story, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom with (132 sf) patio cover
   
PAADU-04 – New (362 sf) 1-story, studio with Lt ga steel framing
   
PAADU-06 – New (939 sf) 1-story, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, with (444 sf) carport, raised deck and roof deck over carport
   
PAADU-07 – New (536 sf) 1-story, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom



Contact

For more information about the PAADU Program, contact Suzanne Kusik at 562.570.6038 or Suzanne.Kusik@longbeach.gov.