I sometimes get asked, "what is the best ADU for the money?", as if the asker was buying a new car. "I would have to see your property," I say, hoping that my response will lead to more questions, a conversation, and (if I am being honest) an invitation to see their home or property.
Beginning January 1, 2025, AB 2533 made it possible for homeowners of non-permitted living spaces to convert those same living spaces in to legal ADUs or JADUs.
Due to the rising costs of insurance, climate change, and the recent Northern California & LA wildfires, there has been a growing concern regarding Fire Hazard Severity Zones or FHSZs.
For the last twelve years, year after year, I have consistantly been around aging parents and loved ones whom need daily care. During COVID, this need was amplified, and, we got to see, first hand for a lot of us, the revelations and atrocities that occurred at assisted living facilities (both with skilled and non-skilled nursing).
I can attest...
If you're a homeowner in California, chances are you've heard of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) - independent residences located on the same lot as the main dwelling.
Berkeley residents could start selling their accessory dwelling units as condominiums within the next year, as the City Council becomes one of the first in California to embrace such a change.