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Updated ADU Laws: SB 897 and HCD’s ADU Handbook

Santa Cruz Architect

Just recently, Freddie Mac updated their ADU financing options and CalHFA extended their ADU Grant Program to help even more homeowners build backyard homes. While the Senate voted to pass the law, it will need to be re-reviewed by the Committee on Governance and Finance before it can be passed into law. Concurrent Permit Review.

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Perforated metal canopies ensure new city hall has it made in the shade

BD+C

So, getting a building permit could mean a trip to the Planning and Zoning office, followed by a drive across town to pay permit fees at the Finance Department. For decades, citizens of Eloy, Ariz., often had to make multiple trips to conduct their regular business with the city.

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AB 1033 Will Allow Condoization of ADUs

Santa Cruz Architect

Currently, California properties having ADUs are not permitted to be condoized – AB 1003 proposes to change that. AB 1033 would also be advantageous to current homeowners who could use the sale of an ADU to help finance its construction. within single-family zoned neighborhoods. What AB 1033 Could Mean for California?

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Los Angeles Is Giving Away Plans for a Pre-Approved ADU

Dwell

Rendering courtesy of Lehrer Architects and Kadre Architects The city partnered with smaller architecture firms to design plans for ADUs —emphasizing good design and affordability—that would be pre-approved for permitting ease. You can’t just download it, pay the fee, and get a permit.

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Update: City of Santa Cruz ADU Regulations

Santa Cruz Architect

Permits For ADUs Although all ADUs require a building permit, no discretionary approvals (i.e. those requiring public hearing or development permit processing) are required, and these permits cannot be challenged nor appealed by neighboring property owners.

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Senate Bill 9: A Game Changer in California’s Housing Landscape

Santa Cruz Architect

This transformation aims to simplify and expedite the permitting process, making it more accessible for homeowners to expand their properties with additional housing units. Qualifying urban properties in single-family zones can leverage SB-9 to add a second unit, facilitating multigenerational living arrangements or rental opportunities.

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The programmatic evolution of the lobby

BD+C

As a result, the security guard, no longer needed for the most part to secure the building from unauthorized visitors nor positioned behind a massive stone reception desk, is now free to meet and interact with lobby users more like an ambassador or even a concierge in a comfortable, inviting lobby zone. 200 West Madison Street, Chicago, Ill.

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