ADU Rules in Hollywood, Florida

Florida has no enacted statewide ADU mandate. Fla. Stat. §163.31771 is permissive (may adopt), not mandatory. HB 1343 (2023) is an agricultural-employee-housing bill that died in committee. ADU rules are set locally.

Florida has no enacted statewide ADU mandate. Fla. Stat. §163.31771 is permissive (may adopt), not mandatory. HB 1343 (2023) is an agricultural-employee-housing bill that died in committee. ADU rules are set locally.

Florida has no enacted statewide ADU mandate. Fla. Stat. §163.31771 is permissive (may adopt), not mandatory. HB 1343 (2023) is an agricultural-employee-housing bill that died in committee. ADU rules are set locally.

Permitted ADU Types

• Detached ADU: Standalone structure in rear yard
• Attached ADU: Addition with own entrance
• Garage Conversion: Converting existing garage
• Interior Conversion: Converting existing space

Size Limits

Setbacks

Per Hollywood Zoning Code:

• Front: Per base zone
• Side: 5 feet minimum
• Rear: 5–10 feet minimum

Height

• Detached ADU: Maximum 25 feet or per zone standard

Coastal and Flood Considerations

Hollywood's barrier island and Intracoastal Waterway create flood exposure:

• FEMA flood zones in coastal areas
• CCCL regulations for properties near the beach
• Florida Building Code flood and wind provisions apply

Permit Process

1. Check zoning: Verify via Hollywood's zoning map
2. Coastal/flood check: FEMA flood map, CCCL if near beach
3. Submit plans: City of Hollywood Building Division
4. Building permit and inspections: Florida Building Code
5. CO: Required before occupancy

Contact

City of Hollywood Building Division 2600 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, FL 33020 Phone: (954) 921-3470 Website: hollywoodfl.org/265/Building-Division

Disclaimer: Verify current Hollywood requirements and coastal/flood zone status before starting any project.