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        "text": "Adding a guest house generally requires zoning approval and multiple building permits from your municipal or county building department. Before construction begins, plans must be submitted covering structural engineering, electrical distribution, plumbing, mechanical ventilation, and setback compliance. Hillsborough County and surrounding jurisdictions evaluate whether the accessory dwelling unit meets lot coverage limits, height caps, and easements. Homeowners should also verify whether their homeowners association permits detached living quarters or secondary kitchens before drafting architectural plans, as HOA bylaws often carry stricter rules than local building codes.",
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