It is the City of Modesto's goal to make the building and development process go as smoothly as possible.  We are here to help you through every phase along the way.  Please use the following guides to help get you started.

Please call us at (209) 577-5232 if you have any questions.

Development Related Brochure:
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Bulletins & Policies:

• Special Inspection Policy [PDF]
• Bulletin For Builders
• Community Developer Newsletter

Additional Topics:

• Accessory Units (Mother-in-law Units)
  Modesto permits accessory units, sometimes called "mother-in-law" units or second units to be built on single-family lots under certain circumstances. If you are interested in adding a second unit to your lot, you are encouraged to call the Planning Division at (209) 577-5267 to determine whether your lot is suitable for a second unit.
  The City of Santa Cruz makes available a set of prototype designs for accessory units which may help you in thinking through your design. A set of these documents is available for review at the City of Modesto's Community Development front counter, or for more information please visit:
  http://www.ci.santa-cruz.ca.us/pl/hcd/ADU/adu.html

INFORMATION FROM CITY OF MODESTO DEVELOPMENT CENTER WEBSITE:
www.modestogov.com/development

Information provided through the Development Center is for general reference and may not apply to your project
Please call (209) 577-5232 for more information.