Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU's)

Garage Conversions & New Construction ADU's

If you are wanting to convert your garage or build a new Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), please start by contacting the Planning Division at (209) 831-6400 or email planningadmin@cityoftracy.org to verify your property allows for an ADU.

Contact the Electric Service provider to determine their utility connection requirements.

ADU Permit and Plan Review Process

Permit Process

Other Things to Expect

  • An email from plancheck@cityoftracy.org within 1-2 business days identifying any errors with the submittal or requesting that only the Plan Check Fee to be paid along with directions on how to do so.
  • The first submittal has a review period of 20-business days. This does not include weekends, holidays, or closed Fridays.
  • The applicant will then receive an email with corrections from the Plans Examiner reviewing the project or an email from plancheck@cityoftracy.org stating the plans are approved and provide the next step in the process.
  • Development Impact Fees and School Impact Fees may be assessed on new construction, conversions and additions that exceed a certain square footage.
    • For questions and information regarding Development Impact Fees please email, veronica.child@cityoftracy.org.
    • For questions and information regarding School Impact Fees please contact your designated school district.
      • Tracy Unified School District can be reached at (209) 830-3245
      • Jefferson School District can be reached at (209) 836-3388
  • Once all fees are paid, plans are approved, and the permit is signed; the approved stamped plans will be emailed to the Contractor or Owner.
    • Plans must be printed to scale, in color and remain at the jobsite along with the signed permit and Inspection Record.
      • At this point, work may begin.

Please Note: No work can start without the issued permit and “approved stamped plans”.

Tracking the Permit

  • Once the permit number is assigned, the permit can be tracked through the eTRAKiT Online portal.
    • Homeowners will create a Public Account.
    • Licensed Contractors login under the contractor account.

Contact

Any questions please contact the Building Division at (209) 831-6400 or email plancheck@cityoftracy.org

Pre-Approved ADU's

The City of Tracy is happy to offer to our customers pre-approved plans for multiple designs of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). These designs vary in size and floorplan options. These ADU plans streamline the process and reduce preconstruction fees. All pre-approved ADU Plans can be downloaded from this page.

Getting Started

  • Does your property qualify?
    • Do you have an address within the City of Tracy limits?
      • If you are unsure, please call 209-831-6400 and we will check for you.
    • Does your property allow for an ADU?
  • Contact the Electric Service provider to determine their utility connection requirements.
  • All newly constructed ADU’s are required to have solar.
  • If the current home has fire sprinklers, the ADU will also be required to have fire sprinklers.

ADU Permit and Plan Review Process

Permit Process

Other Things to Expect

  • An email from plancheck@cityoftracy.org within 1-2 business days identifying any errors with the submittal or requesting that ONLY the Plan Check Fee to be paid along with directions on how to do so.
  • The first submittal has a review period of 20-business days. This does not include weekends, holidays, or closed Fridays.
  • An email from our plan examiners identifying corrections to the plans are needed, or from plancheck@cityoftracy.org that the plans are approved and next steps to complete the permit application.
  • No work can start without the issued permit and “approved stamped plans”.
  • Development Impact Fees and School Impact Fees may be assessed on new builds, conversions and additions that exceed a certain square footage.
    • For questions and information regarding Development Impact Fees please email, veronica.child@cityoftracy.org.
    • For questions and information regarding School Impact Fees please contact your designated school district.
      • Tracy Unified School District can be reached at (209) 830-3245
      • Jefferson School District can be reached at (209) 836-3388
  • Once fees are paid, plans are approved, and the permit is signed; the approved stamped plans will be emailed to the Contractor or Owner. Plans must be printed to scale, in color and remain at the jobsite along with the signed permit and Inspection Record. At this point, work may begin.

Tracking the Permit

  • Once the permit number is assigned, the permit can be tracked through the eTRAKiT portal.
    • Homeowners will create a Public Account.
    • Licensed Contractors login under the contractor account.
      • Any questions regarding eTRAKiT, call 209-831-6400.

City ADU Checklist and Pre-Approved Plans

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