The landscape of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in California is continually evolving, with new state and local legislation frequently shaping how these structures can be designed and built. One of the latest developments is California Assembly Bill 1033 (AB 1033), a...
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Investment & Rentals
ADUs offer exciting investment opportunities on residential properties. Learn the nuances of ADU investments, from selecting the right ADU property to planning your ADU rental. Our in-depth articles, grounded in real-world ADU projects, shed light on how to maximize returns and optimize your ADU for investment.
Is it Worth It To Build An ADU?
You may have heard that California has made it much easier to build an accessory dwelling unit (ADU, also known as a guest house, granny flat, casita, additional unit, or in-law suite) on most residential properties throughout the state. But is an ADU a good...
Affordability Bonus ADU Program in San Diego
California law states that every single family-zoned property is allowed one accessory dwelling unit (ADU) and one junior accessory dwelling unit (JADU) converted from existing space in the home. For multi-family properties, the law allows up to two detached accessory...
SB9 vs ADU Comparison: Weighing Your Options
Learn about how lot splits and two unit development with SB9 compare to adding accessory dwelling units (ADUs), what are the key points of SB9, what is required to use the law to split your property or add multiple units, and if you can also build an ADU once you...
How ADUs Affect Your Taxes and Insurance
An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is more than just an added structure on your property—it represents potential rental income, increased property value, and versatile living or working space. But with this significant investment comes a barrage of questions about...
What is the ideal lot for an ADU?
The state of California has passed legislation to make accessory dwelling unit (ADU) builds simpler. The goal is to increase housing options, provide low-income options, and even encourage multigenerational living. If you are looking for a property to buy and...
Multifamily Accessory Dwelling Units in San Diego
Law changes in California over the past several years have made it far easier to add an accessory dwelling unit (also known as an ADU, granny flat, casita, guest house, accessory unit, additional dwelling unit, accessible dwelling unit, mother-in-law suite) to most...
Complete Guide to Renting Your ADU in San Diego
Are you a homeowner looking for additional rental income? Perhaps you’re thinking about adding an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) to your property so that you have additional space to rent out for income. You may want to rent the ADU out immediately, or down the road...
Investors and ADU Owner Occupancy Requirements
Owner occupancy requirements on accessory dwelling units (ADUs) have been removed indefinitely due to state regulations. For junior ADUs (JADUs), there is still some ambiguity around what constitutes an owner occupant, and specifically, if certain types of ownership...