- When do I need a building permit? Building permits are required for new construction, additions, remodels, and alterations. This includes repair and maintenance for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work.
- What is an ADU? Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are housing units with independent living facilities for one or more persons, located on the same parcel as an existing residential property.
- What are the benefits of an ADU? ADUs can house friends, relatives, and caregivers, such as adult children and aging family members, offering proximity with privacy and independence. ADUs can also provide a steady source of income to homeowners to help pay a mortgage.ADUs offer a way to expand housing stock, creating smaller, relatively more affordable homes throughout the community with minimal impacts.
- What are my ADU options? New construction: new detached ADU and new attached ADU. Conversions: conversion of a garage or any other accessory structure, home conversion and JADU.
Visit ADUs - What is a pre-approved plan? Plans are designed to accommodate various site conditions. Plans are then reviewed and pre-approved by the city for compliance with the Building, Residential, and Green Codes.The use of standard plans reduces the time required for plan check resulting in faster permit issuance.
- What is an owner-builder permit? The owner of the property may act as their own general contractor on the job, and either has employees (subcontractors) working on the project or does the work themselves.
- How much are city fees? City fees are calculated based on the scope of work and cost of the construction.
- How can I finance my project? The cost of building your project from plans and permits, to construction, infrastructure and finishings can vary.Common financing options include:
- Home Equity Loans & HELOC
- Cash-Out Refinancing
- SavingsAccount
- Construction Loan
- Personal Line of Credit
- Investments / Retirement Accounts
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