The GIS map designates it as a single-family dwelling, but the property is clearly set up as two units, with separate HVAC, electrical systems, etc.My main question is: Would it be possible to obtain a permit to legally convert it into a two-unit property?

Since then we've designed and built several homes in the coastal Orange County Area. 

They even have classes and designations you can attain to set yourself apart from other companies.

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In this day of housing shortages and rising rents, you mentioned you don’t want to deal with all the “Covid19 no eviction garbage,” yet you’re ok creating a facility specifically designed to encourage others to congregate during a pandemic? 

Since it is the same address you will designate 1 unit A and the the other unit B.

I don't like these guys too much because they stole a lot of my content, my work my designs and sold it to others passing them out as "theirs".However, promise I will keep personal feelings out of it and only show data and facts. 

Our understanding is that if we designate the $60K as "OPTION CONSIDERATION" - these funds and the USE of these funds are NOT Taxable to the property seller UNTIL one of two things happen; # 1 the OPTION gets exercised, or # 2 the OPTION gets cancelled.

I have a background in design and come from a long line of handy people as my Grandfather and Father have both done their share of renovations and home construction.

Tax season drives me crazy - I am going to get a tattoo of a K-1 on my behind !!