What ADU can you build in your Edgewater backyard?
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The quick answer
Edgewater ADU rules at a glance
- Owner-occupancy
Not required — you can rent both units - Short-term rentals
Allowed with local licensing — verify with the city - Where it's allowed
Eligibility varies by zoning district — check your address to confirm yours
ADU Rules in Edgewater, Florida
We've researched Edgewater's ADU rules so you don't have to. Here's what matters most — the facts that determine whether your project is possible, and how much it will cost.
- An ADU is defined but is not a permitted use in any district
- Accessory buildings may not be rented or used as a dwelling
- No rentable ADU pathway
Last verified: 2026-07-15
Backyard ADUs like this are being built across Edgewater — here's how to do it right.
What Edgewater's zoning may allow for an ADU
Edgewater defines an accessory dwelling unit but does not list it in the district use matrix, and separately prohibits accessory buildings from being used or rented as a dwelling. There is no permitted ADU pathway.
Zoning allowance
An ADU is defined but does not appear in the Table III-3 district use matrix, and 'if a use is not present in a given square in the matrix, that use is not permitted' (LDC §21-33.01). No district allows an ADU as a use.
Size limits
No ADU-specific size exists. General accessory buildings are capped at 60% of the principal structure's square footage in residential areas (LDC §21-36.02(k)), but those may not be used as a dwelling.
Lot + setbacks
Setbacks, lot coverage, and minimum lot size for an accessory dwelling vary by zoning district. Confirm the exact figures with the jurisdiction's planning department.
Height + coverage
Height and lot-coverage limits vary by zoning district. Confirm current limits with local planning.
Parking
Parking requirements for an accessory dwelling vary by district; typically one additional space. Confirm with local planning.
Rental / occupancy
Renting an accessory building as a dwelling is prohibited: 'Accessory buildings shall not be rented or otherwise used as a dwelling unit' (LDC §21-36.02(d)).
Permit process
An accessory dwelling is permitted through the jurisdiction's standard zoning-review and building-permit process. Contact the local planning or building department for current requirements.
Building limits and rental rules, side by side
These figures are based on the best available data for Edgewater and should be confirmed with the city's planning department before you commit to a design or a rental strategy — local ordinances change and vary by parcel.
Building Limits
- Max Size:See requirements above
- Detached Allowed?Check with city
Rental Rules
Short-term rental rules vary — confirm with Edgewater Planning.
Here's exactly what you'll pay — and how to avoid the fees that catch most homeowners off guard
Most homeowners spend 3–4 weeks piecing this together on their own. We've mapped the full Edgewater permit process step by step — so you know exactly what's coming, and what to prepare.
Step 1: Pre-Application Zoning Check
- Where:
- Edgewater Planning Department
- What to bring:
- Property address and parcel ID, preliminary site sketch, lot survey
- Timeline:
- No appointment fee — call ahead to confirm office hours
- Cost:
- No fee for initial inquiry
Step 2: Submit Permit Application
- Where:
- Edgewater Planning Department — contact for portal link
- What to bring:
- Architectural plans, site plan, boundary survey, energy compliance docs
- Timeline:
- Contact planning to confirm current review timelines
- Cost:
- Contact planning for current fee schedule
Step 3: Plan Review & Revisions
- Where:
- Edgewater Planning Department
- What to bring:
- Responses to any correction letters; revised drawings if required
- Timeline:
- Plan for one or more review cycles — timeline varies by submission completeness
- Cost:
- No additional fee for standard resubmittal
Step 4: Construction & Inspections
- Where:
- Edgewater Building Department
- What to bring:
- Approved permit set must be on-site at all times during construction
- Timeline:
- Schedule inspections as each phase of work is completed
- Cost:
- Included in permit fee
Edgewater neighborhoods where ADU permits are being filed — is your street next?
Edgewater ADU — Frequently Asked Questions
These are the questions we hear most often from Edgewater homeowners. If yours isn't here, our ADU Zoning Experts can answer it directly.
Can I build an ADU in Edgewater, Florida?
An ADU is defined but does not appear in the Table III-3 district use matrix, and 'if a use is not present in a given square in the matrix, that use is not permitted' (LDC §21-33.01). No district allows an ADU as a use.
What is the maximum ADU size in Edgewater?
No ADU-specific size exists. General accessory buildings are capped at 60% of the principal structure's square footage in residential areas (LDC §21-36.02(k)), but those may not be used as a dwelling.
Do I need to be an owner-occupant to build an ADU in Edgewater?
Renting an accessory building as a dwelling is prohibited: 'Accessory buildings shall not be rented or otherwise used as a dwelling unit' (LDC §21-36.02(d)).
Can I use my Edgewater ADU as an Airbnb?
Contact Edgewater Planning to confirm current short-term rental rules for ADUs.
How do I get an ADU permit in Edgewater?
An accessory dwelling is permitted through the jurisdiction's standard zoning-review and building-permit process. Contact the local planning or building department for current requirements.
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This page provides general information based on current ordinances and publicly available data as of 2026-07-15. Zoning rules change — verify all requirements with your local planning department before making financial commitments.