Updated with 2026 Florida SB-48 Codes

What ADU can you build in your Hillsborough County backyard?

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Unincorporated Hillsborough County Rules

Max Size950 sq ft
Setbacks5ft Side / 5ft Rear
Rental Rules
Varies by district

*These rules apply if your address is NOT inside a specific city limit.

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City vs. County jurisdiction explained, EFR distinction, permit steps, real costs ($150K–$280K), and ROI.

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Florida ADU Laws 2026 — What SB-48 Actually Changed

Statewide rules on size limits, owner-occupancy, HOA overrides, and what local municipalities can still control.

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