Here are a few of the requirements related to Second Units for the City of El Cerrito, though you’ll have to review the municipal code for the most accurate definition, requirements, variances and exceptions: The maximum FAR (floor area ratio) shall not exceed 750 sq ft or 40% of the floor area of the primary dwelling, whichever
Nestled in San Mateo County and filled with ranches and horse properties, the town of Woodside has done better than some of its neighbors in providing additional housing. They town planed for 17 low-income units in the last housing element, but 24 were actually built, all of them accessory living quarters. An accessory living quarter
The City of San Ramon is seeking to amend their development standards to encourage more second dwelling units. According to their housing element, the city will revise the zoning ordinance to facilitate second unit development. Specifically, 50 second dwelling units within the 2014-2022 housing element planning period. What qualifies as a second dwelling unit per
The hard work of making design decisions, planning and permitting is now over. Phase V is when you get to watch it come to life. Depending on site conditions and the size of the home, construction will take two to four months. (click image to enlarge) The most satisfying and remarkable aspect to the construction
In Phase IV it’s time to put the full permitting process, with all the proper documentation, into motion with your city’s building department. The building permit fee and impact fees are paid to the city at this time. The processing time to receive a building permit can vary from 2 weeks to 4 months depending
The principal focus of Phase III is choosing the specific products to go into your project like floor type, siding, windows and doors, roofing, tiling, faucets and other fixtures. We work on scheduling all of the subcontractors. Though small homes are small construction projects a remarkably large number of people will be involved. (See our master
Our clients typically take a couple weeks to digest the estimate before deciding to continue so we pick up Phase II at week 10. Two fundamental project components are in place from Phase I. We understand the zoning & permitting requirements that need to be followed for your city, and we understand the functionality you
It’s crucial to dedicate appropriate time to gather your thoughts and consult with friends, family membera and neighbors before making a decision to start. Take the time to collect ideas in design magazines, looking online, visiting friends cottages, attending open houses, snapping photos of styles you like and deciding what you need, what you want
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