Senate Bill 9 housing development
Senate Bill 9 is a state law that makes it easier to subdivide or build a 2-unit housing development in a single-family zone. This streamlined process requires ministerial approval. This means that it can be approved by staff and a public hearing is not required.
You can apply to do 1 or both of these types of housing development:
- Build 2 primary units on a single-family zoned lot
- Subdivide a parcel in a single-family zone into 2 parcels
SB 9 facilitates the creation of up to 4 housing units in the lot area typically used for 1 single-family home. SB 9 includes eligibility criteria addressing:
- Environmental site constraints (e.g., wetlands, wildfire risk, etc.)
- Anti-displacement measures for renters and low-income households
- Protection of historic structures and districts
How to apply
Download and complete the Senate Bill 9 Housing Development application form. Submit the application along with the required drawings and supported documents to the Planning Division.
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