GetYourPermit

ADU permit process in Concord, California

Last verified August 29, 2026

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This guide includes the portions of the City permit process that passed our evidence review. Confirm project-specific requirements with the City before submitting.

Where to apply

Department
Building Division
Contact
925-671-3107bldgpermits@cityofconcord.org

Step by step

  1. 1

    Optional Planning consultation and project preparation

    Optionally meet a City planner for site, size, setback, and parking guidance Have a designer prepare permit and construction plans Compile City submittal documents Prepared permit package

  2. 2

    Apply for ADU/JADU Building Permit

    Submit Building Permit application For JADU, submit deed restriction to Planning before issuance Apply separately to external agencies when project scope triggers their review Building Permit application in City review

  3. 3

    City Building Permit review

    Pay application fee using instructions City sends Satisfy applicable standards and requirements Approved compliant application or City requirements

  4. 4

    Receive Building Permit

    Complete applicable issuance conditions and fees Issued Building Permit

What you need to submit

  • Recorded JADU deed restriction and Planning Division submission — only in some cases
  • Required forms and documents in the City submittal requirements

Project-specific next step

Build your Concord permit report

Choose your ADU type and size to bring the City process, researched permit fees, and early construction budget into one planning report.

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Sources for this guide

Additional city reference pages