[quote=UCGal]I jumped to the conclusion because of the lack of gas meter and the lack of cooking range. Based on my experience and what I observed with a friend’s rental.
But you’re right – the rules are different for different jurisdictions. I’m very familiar with San Diego’s rules for accessory buildings, but a lot less familiar with other places… other than some of the ways they differ from SD.
We were surprised that we couldn’t get the gas meter till the city issued occupancy. But that is apparently done to prevent folks from occupying early.[/quote]
I had a granny flat in poway. Basically a 1200 sq ft 2 bedroom house in the back yard. No separate meter, with an electric range/hood and a full bath. The permitting was a little touchy, it was apparently built while Poway was assuming full responsibilty from the county, so some of it was grandfathered, without inspections and without full specs in the records. No separate meters. But it was all legal.
So I think you’re right, there may be big differences based on jurisdiction.
