Oakland, CA · Alameda County
Two-Family and Multifamily ADU Application
This application is for property owners or authorized agents seeking approval to create accessory dwelling units at a two-family or multifamily residential property in Oakland.
What this form is
Use this application to propose accessory dwelling units with an existing two-family or multifamily residential facility. It covers applicant and property details, ADU type and project information, zoning criteria, and required supporting plans and documents. The application describes a two-step process: submit zoning materials for Step 1 review, then provide the building plans and requirements for Step 2 after Planning and Zoning review.
Who needs it
Property owners or their authorized agents proposing accessory dwelling units at an Oakland two-family or multifamily residential property need this application.
How to submit it
Submit a zoning worksheet and upload the completed application and required materials through the Online Permit Center; the form lists the Planning and Building Department at 250 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612.
About notarization
This application is signed without a notary; the owner or authorized agent signs and dates it, and the form does not identify any notarized or sworn attachment.
How to submit this form
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Download the Application
Download the Two-Family and Multifamily ADU Application and review its two-step process and submittal checklist.
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Complete the Application
Enter the applicant, owner, property, and project information, and complete the applicable zoning criteria checklist.
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Gather Required Materials
Prepare the Step 1 zoning documents and plans listed in the application; provide Step 2 building materials after Step 1 review.
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Submit to Oakland
Submit a zoning worksheet and upload the completed application and required materials through the Online Permit Center.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Two-Family and Multifamily ADU Application?
- It is Oakland's application for proposing accessory dwelling units with an existing two-family or multifamily residential facility.
- Who can file this ADU application?
- A property owner or an authorized agent can submit the application. The form requests owner and applicant information, project details, and supporting plans and documents.
- How do I submit the ADU application?
- Submit a zoning worksheet and upload the completed application and required materials through the Online Permit Center. Step 2 building materials are needed after Step 1 review.
- Do I need a notary for the Two-Family and Multifamily ADU Application?
- No. The application is signed and dated by the owner or authorized agent without a notary; the form does not identify any notarized or sworn attachment.
Need something notarized?
This Two-Family and Multifamily ADU Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Oakland form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.