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Wayne Brady Building an ADU in San Jose
9 September 2021 | 45 replies
The table below shows the prior regulations and the newly approved regulations.ITEMPRIOR REGULATION (BEFORE DEC. 17, 2019)NEW REGULATIONS THAT ALIGN WITH CALIFORNIA STATE LAWSEffective DateCity Council approved the regulations below on July 27, 2018 with subsequent updates approved on May 23, 2019; June 25, 2019; and November 19, 2019.On December 17, 2019, City Council approved the following changes, effective immediately upon their vote on Dec. 17, 2019.Zoning DistrictADUs are allowed:• In R-1, R-2, and R-M zoning districts on lots that have one single-family residence.• In Planned Development (PD) districts that are subject to R-1 standards and uses OR where ADUs are not expressly prohibited.• In a low-density cluster development if it conforms to development standards of the R-1 zoning district, and the development and use standards of the low-density cluster permit.ADUs are allowed:• In R-1, R-2, and R-M zoning districts on lots that have one single-family residence.â�¢ On lots with a single-family residence In Planned Development (PD) districts that are subject to R-1 standards and uses OR the ADU conforms to the development and use standards of the PD district.• On any lot with an existing single-family dwelling unit, where regardless of zoning, the lot has any of the following General Plan Land Use/Transportation designations:- Residential Neighborhood- Mixed-Use Neighborhood- Urban Village or Urban Residential- Transit Residential or Rural Residential- Downtown- Mixed-Use Commercial• On two-family (duplex) lots and on multifamily properties• In a low-density cluster development if it conforms to development standards of the R-1 zoning district, and the development and use standards of the low-density cluster permit.Minimum Lot Size3,000 square feetNo minimum lot sizeMinimum Setbacks from Rear and Side Property Lines0 feet for 1-story conversions and new construction.5 feet for second-story ADUs constructed above a garage or accessory structure.0 feet for 1-story conversions and new construction.4 feet for second-story ADUs constructed above a garage or accessory structure4 feet minimum rear and side setbacks required for detached ADU in multifamily developments.Maximum HeightFor detached ADUs:Single story – 18 feet maximumSecond story – 24 feet maximumAttached ADUs are subject to the height limits of the main home.Single-family properties - No change in height requirements.Multifamily properties - 16 feet maximum height for detached ADUs.Rear Yard CoverageArea covered by the ADU, accessory buildings, and accessory structures, except pools, shall not exceed forty percent (40%) of the rear yard.Area covered shall not exceed forty percent (40%) of the rear yard or up to 800 square feet, whichever is greater.Detached ADU Allowed LocationsRear yard only, at least 6 feet away from primary dwelling.May be attached to a detached garage or other existing accessory structure.Must meet minimum setbacks for an accessory building in accordance with Section 20.30.500.No changes except that ADUs that exceed forty percent (40%) of the rear yard must maintain minimum 4 foot side and rear setbacks.
Terri David Correct Me If I'm Wrong - SF v. MF
30 September 2018 | 12 replies
The property management company I use right now requires 20 units before they offer a discount for subsequent units/doors.
Sandro DeAngelis No 1031 exchange! Strategies to save on Capital Gains?
1 July 2018 | 6 replies
Exemption from realized gain on QOF investment held at least 10 years Gain on subsequent appreciation is eligible for permanent exclusion if QOF investment is held at least 10 yearsUnlike retirement, you don’t have  I wait until Forever. 
Carlos C. Deposit Return Issue
4 July 2018 | 8 replies
Don't respond to any subsequent texts or engage in any back and forth arguments. 
Alecia S. Home warranty plans for rentals
15 July 2018 | 2 replies
Do not renew them for subsequent years.
Kori Ford Benton Co Arkansas Post Auction Properties
13 July 2018 | 8 replies
Susan - The short answer is normally the liens are wiped out by the tax sale, and subsequent quiet title lawsuit. 
Ronak Shah Landlord Insurance with Allstate for pre-1950 BC Property
16 July 2018 | 2 replies
I plan on using them for any subsequent Baltimore properties.
Raymond Hill Multi Family Property
20 July 2018 | 6 replies
In the 80's, a 6 unit property sat on that land and subsequently burned down.  
Oliver Gates Areas in Atlanta to look for fix and flips/ fixer uppers
23 July 2018 | 5 replies
Hello all,I have for the most part focused on rental properties but would like to now move into flipping, particularly rehabbing and subsequently reselling properties, as the return is faster than rental properties.
Nancy DeSocio Should I notify tenants of exterior work?
23 July 2018 | 12 replies
Subsequent question: For anyone who does receommend notifying the tenants, how do you typically do this?