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What is an ADU?

“Accessory dwelling unit” or “ADU” means an attached or detached residential dwelling unit that provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons and is located on a lot with a proposed or existing primary residential building. More information is available on our website.

I am experiencing unexpected rent increases. How should I proceed?

The City of Santa Ana has adopted a Rent Stabilization and Just Cause Eviction Ordinance (“Ordinance”) that limits rent increases to the lower of 3 percent per year, or 80 percent of the percent change in the Consumer Price Index (“CPI”) over the most recent 12-month period for certain residential rental units and mobilehome spaces … Continued

What are public records?

Public records means any writing containing information relating to the conduct of the public’s business prepared, owned, used or retained by the City regardless of the manner in which the record has been stored. Please note that records are not inquiries and the City is under no legal obligation to create a record that does … Continued

Where can I dispose of hazardous waste?

Orange County residents can dispose of their household hazardous waste for FREE at any of the County’s four Household Hazardous Waste Collection Centers. Please click here for more information.

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