What fees do you pay for an ADU in Los Angeles?
Since January 1, 2026 there are no city impact fees on an ADU of 750 sq ft or less and no school fees on an ADU of 500 sq ft or less, measured as interior livable space. Above that, LAUSD charges about $5.17 per sq ft (June 2024 rate) and LADBS charges plan check and permit fees based on valuation, lower with a pre-approved plan.
6. Fees
| Fee | Rule | Source / status |
|---|---|---|
| Development impact fees | None on an ADU of 750 sq ft or less, or a JADU of 500 sq ft or less (interior livable space). Above that, charged in proportion to the main home's size. | SB 543, from January 1, 2026; § 66324. Confirmed |
| School fees | None on an ADU or JADU of 500 sq ft or less. | SB 543. Confirmed |
| LAUSD school fee above 500 sq ft | $5.17 per sq ft (residential rate adopted June 2024). LAUSD adjusts it every two years. | Verify the current rate |
| Utility connection fees | No new connection or capacity charge for a conversion ADU or JADU unless built with a new single-family home. | § 66324. Confirmed |
| Plan check and permit | LADBS fee schedule, based on valuation. Lower with a standard plan. | Verify the current schedule |
| LA City park fee (Quimby) | Not charged on ADUs under 750 sq ft (impact-fee exemption). Check LA's treatment above 750 sq ft. | Verify |
From ADU rules in Los Angeles, the guide the property report is built from. Every line carries its source and status.
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