Can you build an ADU in Wichita, KS?

Unclear — verify with the town

A 2018 recommendations document supported by-right ADUs in SF-5, but the provided sources do not confirm this is current adopted law. Verify current residential use tables and supplemental standards before underwriting.

Confidence: low · Last researched May 2026

ADU rules

A 2018 Wichita zoning recommendations document proposed enabling Accessory Dwelling Units by right in SF-5, subject to standards.

  • Proposal only; the document states the suggestions are not final.
  • Current adopted ADU standards were not provided in the source set.

Dimensional standards in Wichita, KS

RR — minimum lot size2 acres (where septic tank is approved; otherwise 4.5 acres with lagoon)
RR — minimum front setback30 ft.
RR — minimum rear setback25 ft.
RR — minimum interior-side setback20 ft.
RR — minimum street-side setback20 ft.
SF-20 — minimum lot size20,000 sq. ft (where public water is available; otherwise 40,000 sq. ft)
SF-20 — minimum front setback25 ft.
SF-20 — minimum rear setback25 ft.
SF-20 — minimum interior-side setback10 ft.
SF-20 — minimum street-side setback20 ft.
SF-10 — minimum lot size10,000 sq. ft
SF-10 — minimum front setback25 ft.
SF-10 — minimum rear setback25/5 ft.
SF-10 — minimum interior-side setback10 ft.
SF-10 — minimum street-side setback20 ft.
SF-5 — minimum lot size5,000 sq. ft
SF-5 — minimum front setback25 ft.
SF-5 — minimum rear setback20/5 ft.
SF-5 — minimum interior-side setback6/0 ft.
SF-5 — minimum street-side setback15 ft.
TF-3 — minimum lot size3,500 sq. ft SF; 3,000 sq. ft SF, 2-F, MP
TF-3 — minimum front setback25 ft.
TF-3 — minimum rear setback20 ft.
TF-3 — minimum interior-side setback6/0 ft.
TF-3 — minimum street-side setback15 ft.
MF-18 — minimum lot size3,500 sq. ft SF; 3,000 sq. ft SF, 2-Family; 2,500 sq. ft MF; 5,000 sq. ft Nonresidential
MF-18 — minimum front setback25 ft.
MF-18 — minimum rear setback20 ft.
MF-18 — minimum interior-side setback6 ft.
MF-18 — minimum street-side setback20 ft.

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Are ADUs allowed in Wichita, KS?

A 2018 Wichita zoning recommendations document proposed enabling Accessory Dwelling Units by right in SF-5, subject to standards.

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