CA AB670

Voids and makes unenforceable any covenants, restrictions, or conditions in deeds, contracts, or governing documents that prohibit or unreasonably restrict construction or use of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) or junior accessory dwelling units (JADUs) on single-family residential lots.

Permits reasonable restrictions on ADUs and JADUs that do not unreasonably increase construction costs, effectively prohibit construction, or eliminate the ability to construct units meeting state minimum standards.

Applies to planned developments and common interest developments governed by the Davis-Stirling Common Interest Development Act.

Establishes legislative intent to encourage construction of affordable ADUs and JADUs that are owner-occupied or used for rentals longer than 30 days.

Approved by Governor on August 30, 2019, and became Chapter 178 of California law.