ADU Regulations in Inglewood, California
Los Angeles County · CA · Pop. 110,000
Max ADU Size
1,200
sq ft detached
Rear Setback
4 ft
Permit Timeline
60 days
Build Cost
$160,000 – $330,000
Zoning
Allowed ADU Types
State law preempts local owner-occupancy requirements. Inglewood is experiencing one of the fastest appreciation rates in Los Angeles County, driven by SoFi Stadium, Intuit Dome, and LAX proximity. Entertainment and sports industry workers create strong professional rental demand.
Source: City of Inglewood — Planning Division / Accessory Dwelling Units · Inglewood Municipal Code Title 12 (Zoning)
Dimensions
Size & Setback Requirements
Detached
1,200
sq ft max
JADU
500
sq ft max
Attached
50% of primary home, max 1,200 sq ft
Setbacks
front
Same as primary dwelling
side
4 ft
rear
4 ft
Max height: 16 ft (detached); up to primary structure height if attached
Lot coverage: Per underlying zone; R-1 zones typically permit up to 45% coverage
Inglewood's dense urban lots benefit from state ADU protections that prevent cities from denying ADUs based solely on lot coverage when state minimums are met.
Permitting
Permit Process
Department
City of Inglewood Community Development Department — Planning Division
Review Timeline
60 days
Permit Fees
$8,000 – $16,000
Impact Fees
Impact fees waived for ADUs under 750 sq ft; proportional fees apply above that threshold
Required Documents
- ›Site plan (to scale)
- ›Floor plans
- ›Elevations
- ›Title 24 energy compliance (CalGreen)
- ›Structural drawings
- ›Geotechnical report (if in designated liquefaction zone)
Inglewood has streamlined its ADU process in response to rapid growth. Proximity to LAX means some parcels may have noise impact overlays — check with Planning for avigation easement requirements. LA County school fees assessed separately.
Visit City of Inglewood Community Development Department — Planning Division →Infrastructure
Utilities & Requirements
Solar
Required
Parking
Not required
Separate Meter
Optional
Fire Sprinklers
See note
Financials
ADU Costs in Inglewood
Typical Build Cost
$160,000 – $330,000
Cost per Sq Ft
$225 – $295
Monthly Rental
$1,700 – $2,800/mo/mo
Property Value Added
Adds $220,000 – $400,000 to rapidly appreciating property value
Available Grants & Programs
- ★CalHFA ADU Grant Program available (up to $40,000 pre-development)
- ★LA County Community Development Authority programs
- ★City of Inglewood may offer local housing incentive programs
One of the hottest ADU investment markets in LA County. SoFi Stadium events and sports tourism create short-term rental opportunities (verify local STR rules). Entertainment industry contractors, flight crews, and event staff sustain strong long-term rental demand.
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Inglewood Quick Facts
- Max size1,200 sq ft
- Rear setback4 ft
- Permit timeline60 days
- Build cost$160,000 – $330,000
- Rental income$1,700 – $2,800/mo/mo
- Owner occupancyNot required
Official Source
City of Inglewood — Planning Division / Accessory Dwelling UnitsInglewood Municipal Code Title 12 (Zoning)
Last verified: March 14, 2026
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