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2 March 2023 | 9 replies
Value add examples are doing renovations of existing property and/or adding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) whether ground up or converting existing space such as a garage.
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29 September 2023 | 10 replies
Just this week I spoke to one builder who said they can't get the septic systems they typically use which has caused major delays in closing out builds and getting the coveted Certificates of Occupancy (CO's).
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15 November 2020 | 0 replies
It is a coveted property, as they no longer allow building on that side of the road anymore, but we can demolish the existing house and build new so long as it stays the same size as the current building on the property.My question is really how do I even get started in analyzing the property - is there a specific pro forma to assess overseas rental / vacation properties?
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2 June 2023 | 73 replies
They are essentially endorsed at the bottom of the city of San Jose website - https://www.sanjoseca.gov/business/development-services-permit-center/accessory-dwelling-units-adus/adu-permit-plan-review-process/adu-single-family-master-plan-programwww.abodu.comwww.prefabadu.comwww.actonadu.comFrom a cost prospective, the prefab ADUs may be the way to go but I share your concerns about issues with the structures in 5-10 years.
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2 November 2019 | 26 replies
Tandem houses and detached accessory dwelling units are also allowed on lots that are at least 150 feet deep.
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20 October 2023 | 11 replies
Hey Investors!As many of you may know, Governor Newsom signed a series of bills that made it a whole lot easier for homeowners to build ADUs in their backyard. I'm curious if anyone has any experience of these units h...
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27 October 2023 | 13 replies
The accessory unit income counting is needed in our DTI calc.
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28 October 2023 | 28 replies
The JADU MUST be attached to either the main dwelling unit or accessory unit.
25 October 2023 | 4 replies
Sometimes the zoning and required yards/setbacks are different for the main structure as opposed to an accessory structure like a garage.
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28 October 2023 | 5 replies
I've followed the ADU changes in Portland very closely and am a huge advocate of ADUs (Accessory dwelling units).