Bill > AB1055

This bill modifies existing California law regarding accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and junior accessory dwelling units (JADUs) by allowing local agencies to require property owners to certify that their ADU or JADU will be occupied as a residential dwelling unit for at least 6 months out of each calendar year. The local agency can annually recertify this occupancy requirement for the first 10 years, using a self-certification process by the property owner. When enforcing this requirement, the local agency must send at least two notices to the property owner and is prohibited from taking extreme measures like requiring the demolition of the ADU for non-compliance. Additionally, if the property owner fails to meet the occupancy requirement, the local agency can only charge a "reasonable fine," which is defined by existing law. This bill provides a flexible approach to ensuring that ADUs and JADUs are being used as intended - as residential housing - while preventing overly punitive enforcement methods.

Government Affairs, Housing and Urban Affairs

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