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Santa Barbara County now offers free, preapproved plans for accessory dwelling units (better known as ADUs). The plans are expected to speed up the approval process and reduce permitting costs.
The plans offer four different square-foot options for studios and one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom units. All options include a kitchen and living area, a bathroom, and a laundry unit. People can select four styles for their ADUs: farmhouse, Mediterranean, midcentury, and contemporary.