El Cajon
El Cajon is located in Southern California, just 15 miles due east of San Diego and is the sixth largest of 18 cities in San Diego County. El Cajon City Hall is located at 200 Civic Center Way., El Cajon, CA 92020.
El Cajon ADU Permits and Regulations Resources

Learn about ADU regulations in the city of El Cajon

Learn about ADU regulations in El Cajon

the median rent for 2 bedroom rentals in El Cajon, CA is $2,200. This is +13% higher than the national average.

Building permit information for El Cajon

City Planner
619-441-1776

When it comes to financing your ADU, our friends at El Cajon Credit Union offer ADU Loans, reach out to one of our home specialists for an introduction!
Regulations

Max ADU Size
Lot under 9,000 sqft: 600 sqft Lot between 9,000 and 1000 sqft: 650 sqft Lot over 10,000 sqft: 800 sqft

Front Setback
45’ Note: Front setbacks vary by zoning, please talk to a home specialist to confirm

Primary Residence Setback
10’ Note: Front Primary Residence Setback vary by zoning, please talk to a home specialist to confirm

Side and Rear Setback
4' Note: Front Side and Rear Setback vary by zoning, please talk to a home specialist to confirm