Senate Bill 9 is a new law that was signed on September 16th that rezones single-family neighborhoods and urban parcel splits. The bill covers housing development.
Senate Bill number 9 will provide the following changes:
Single-family residential zones will allow for partial or full teardown of an existing single-family home to create residential units that can be sold separately will be allowed.
Yes, Senate Bill Number 9 works together with ADU law.
ADU stands for accessory dwelling unit. Also known as “backhouses” or in-law units that typically constructed on property with an existing single-family house/unit.
Under Senate Bill 9, more ADUs will be built on land that has an existing single-family residential unit without the public’s review. Additionally, it is important to note that local ordinances will be observed in that those local ordinances that physically stop constructions of units cannot be enforced. An example of local ordinances includes those that preserve views or allow designated areas for bike paths.
Yes, the single-family home may be entirely demolished if tenants have not lived in the home during the past three years otherwise, only 25% of the home may only be demolished. However, local ordinances that allow more than 25% of the home to be demolished can override the 25% limitation.
Yes, Senate Bill 9 does have limitations, which are as follows:
If you or someone you know owns the land and is thinking about taking advantage of Senate Bill 9, please contact our real estate attorney at (310) 943.1171 for a free consultation.
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