A4 Architects

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

The fact that the country was in the midst of the Great Depression and there were essentially no zoning regulations further facilitated the break-up of larger houses into apartments and ADUs. Local zoning regulations often lacked clear guidelines, created uncertainty for homeowners and hindered potential ADU development. Let’s connect.

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Finances Regulation Zoning Real Estate 52

A4 Architects

JANUARY 30, 2024

This can establish “grandfathered” conditions that may apply to new project and impact planning and zoning calculations. South & West Proposed Elevations (555 Ocean Ave, Newport, RI) The next phase is known as “Bidding, Negotiation and Permitting.” Let’s connect.

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Schematic Design Architecture Contractor Sketching 52

Santa Cruz Architect

JULY 16, 2023

An ADU must have exterior access independent from the primary dwelling. A JADU can be as simple as adding a kitchenette and exterior entrance to an existing bedroom, or can be as complex as building an addition of a fully-contained studio apartment with full kitchen and bath facilities. What is a JADU? Internal access to a bathroom.

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Regulation Cities Permits Remodeling 63

Architizer

MAY 9, 2023

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) mandated by the State of California override local planning regulations to permit a second unit on almost any single-family zoned property. The law also allows any single-family zoned lot to be subdivided into two parcels. Left: Exterior view; right: building section. ADU Portland.

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IT Zoning Permits Remodeling 89