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Accessory dwelling units in Rockwall, TX

What the Rockwall zoning ordinance says about accessory dwelling units, district by district. Section numbers link to the official ordinance.

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Guest Quarters, Secondary Living Units, and Accessory Dwelling Units may be allowed on a property in a residential zoning district when ancillary to an existing single-family home. The unit may not exceed 30% of the main structure area, may not incorporate kitchen facilities, and may not be sold separately without meeting density and dimensional requirements. Nonconforming proposals require a Specific Use Permit.

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