What ADU can you build in your Ormond Beach backyard?
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The quick answer
Ormond Beach ADU rules at a glance
- Max ADU size
Up to 1,600 sq ft, and smaller than your main home - Owner-occupancy
Required — you must live on the property - 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 Ormond Beach, Florida
We've researched Ormond Beach'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.
- One rentable ADU permitted by right in residential districts
- Up to 49% of the home, or 800 sq ft footprint / 1,600 sq ft total for homes under 3,266 sq ft
- Owner must reside on the property when renting the ADU; deed restriction required
Last verified: 2026-07-15
Backyard ADUs like this are being built across Ormond Beach — here's how to do it right.
What Ormond Beach's zoning may allow for an ADU
Ormond Beach permits one accessory dwelling unit by right in residential districts. It is capped at 49% of the principal structure, or — for homes under 3,266 sq ft — an 800 sq ft footprint with up to 1,600 sq ft total (first-floor garage required). The owner must reside on the property when the ADU is rented, and a recorded deed restriction is required.
Zoning allowance
'One (1) accessory dwelling unit is permitted for properties within residential zoning districts' by right (Code §2-50(b)). Requires a building permit and a recorded deed restriction; no special exception.
Size limits
The detached ADU is limited to 49% of the principal structure's square footage; for a principal structure under 3,266 sq ft, an ADU may have an 800 sq ft footprint with a maximum total of 1,600 sq ft and a first-floor garage (Code §2-50(b)(7)-(8)). ADU setbacks equal the district's principal-buildin
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
Long-term rental is allowed but 'the property owner shall reside on the property when utilizing the accessory dwelling unit as a rental unit' (Code §2-50(b)(6)); a deed restriction must be recorded (§2-50(b)(5)). Secondary kitchens are permitted.
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 Ormond Beach 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:1,600 sq ft or 49% (lesser)
- Detached Allowed?Check with city
Rental Rules
Owner-Occupancy Required: You must live in either the primary home or the ADU.
Short-term rental rules vary — confirm with Ormond Beach 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 Ormond Beach permit process step by step — so you know exactly what's coming, and what to prepare.
Step 1: Pre-Application Zoning Check
- Where:
- Ormond Beach 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:
- Ormond Beach 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:
- Ormond Beach 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:
- Ormond Beach 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
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Ormond Beach ADU — Frequently Asked Questions
These are the questions we hear most often from Ormond Beach homeowners. If yours isn't here, our ADU Zoning Experts can answer it directly.
Can I build an ADU in Ormond Beach, Florida?
'One (1) accessory dwelling unit is permitted for properties within residential zoning districts' by right (Code §2-50(b)). Requires a building permit and a recorded deed restriction; no special exception.
What is the maximum ADU size in Ormond Beach?
The detached ADU is limited to 49% of the principal structure's square footage; for a principal structure under 3,266 sq ft, an ADU may have an 800 sq ft footprint with a maximum total of 1,600 sq ft and a first-floor garage (Code §2-50(b)(7)-(8)). ADU setbacks equal the district's principal-building setbacks.
Do I need to be an owner-occupant to build an ADU in Ormond Beach?
Ormond Beach requires owner-occupancy — you must live in either the primary home or the ADU.
Can I use my Ormond Beach ADU as an Airbnb?
Contact Ormond Beach Planning to confirm current short-term rental rules for ADUs.
How do I get an ADU permit in Ormond Beach?
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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