Secondary dwellings definition

Secondary dwellings. (land use) means a second permanent dwelling that is accessory to a primary dwelling on a site. A secondary dwelling may be either a detached or attached dwelling unit which provides complete, independent living facilities for one or more persons. It shall include permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation on the same parcel or parcels as the primary dwelling. Secondary dwellings also include multi- generation housing units and are synonymous with accessory dwelling units as defined by California Government Code Section 65852.2. See Section 17.56.200 for specific use requirements applicable to secondary dwellings.

Examples of Secondary dwellings in a sentence

  • Secondary dwellings are permitted as provided for in Chapter 14.09.122 (Secondary Living Units) of the Vacaville Municipal Code.