Davis County · about 11,500

Woods Cross

Detached not in local code yet

Woods Cross currently permits internal accessory dwellings with a city permit. External ADUs are stated as not allowed in any zone. That local prohibition sits next to Senate Bill 284, which requires a detached path on 11,000 sf lots beginning October 1, 2026.

Internal ADU

Permitted with a $150 ADU permit before any portion of the house is used as a dwelling unit.

Detached ADU

The city’s application states that external ADUs are not allowed as a permitted or conditional use in any zone. From October 1, 2026, lots of 11,000 sf or larger with a house must be able to take a detached ADU as a permitted use. Confirm the implementing ordinance with planning.

Lot

Internal: confirm; 6,000 sf is the usual state-allowed minimum. Detached (from Oct 1, 2026): 11,000 sf or larger.

Size

Internal: no state size cap. A future detached unit cannot exceed the primary dwelling.

Parking

Per ordinance. Plan for at least one additional stall.

Owner occupancy

Owner occupancy is required.

Rental

Long-term occupancy. Confirm short-term rental with the city.

Design

Keep the single-family appearance of the lot.