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Answers to all your questions about SB 9 occupancy requirements

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 FAQs

Can I Airbnb my new unit?

No, SB 9 requires that all rental terms must be for a minimum of 30 days.

Can I demolish my house and split my lot?

It depends on the home's rental history and your jurisdiction.
If the home has been owner occupied or vacant for the last three years, the house can be demolished in most jurisdictions. However, if it has been rented or leased to tenants at any point in the last three years, you may not demolish the house or change more than 25% of the exterior walls.
Some jurisdictions do not allow demolition of 25% or more for any units, regardless of current or former occupancy.

Can I rent out the new unit?

You may rent out SB 9 units for a minimum of 30 consecutive days, but be aware that some cities have income caps for SB 9 rentals. Refer to your city's SB 9 City Guide or local SB 9 ordinance to see if there are affordability requirements in your jurisdiction.
If you perform an SB 9 urban lot split, you will need to live on one of the two lots for a minimum of three years following the lot split.

If my home was a rental before I bought it, can I still split my lot?

Yes, you can still use SB 9 on a former or current rental property. However, you may not demolish more than 25% of a house until it has been owner occupied or vacant for three years.

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1423 Stanford Dr

  • Zoned for residential
  • In a flood zone
  • Not in a fault zone
  • Not in a high fire zone
  • Zoned for SB 9