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There's no ignor- ing the current hous- ing crisis in California. California's housing shortfall of approxi- mately 2 million units has been created over decades, largely by a combination of high population growth and restrictive building policies. Many experts see accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, as a possible solution to this major issue by providing additional housing for family members or rent- ers while saving land. One key step is find- ing the right partner to craft a sustainable, turn- key home. "The goal of Perpet- ual Homes ADU is to build the highest quality at the most affordable price point," explains Katherine Anderson, founder of Perpetual Homes ADU. "My expe- rience, with 38 years in residential development, has come together to design and create ADUs that fit families' needs. No where else can your family members live in such full-scale luxury at an affordable price point than in a Perpetual Homes ADU." "If your family member, for example, has been priced out of the area, adding an ADU in your backyard can help them stay in the area and live in a beautiful luxury setting," she adds. Our goal is to help families stay together whether it's the boomerang young adults or move-down parents. It's extremely reward- ing to help families stay together in the high price Bay Area. Now is the time to act — both for Ander- son and homeowners — to take advantage of new, visionary Cali- fornia legislation that enables ADUs to be built quicker and with fewer jurisdictional costs. There is no better time to enhance your financial situation and improve your property. California has $100 million available in grants for ADUs, max $40,000 per family, to help finance over 2,500 ADUs. Homeowners with low or moderate income levels may be eligible for this grant. Senate Bill 9, also known as SB 9, just went into effect at the beginning of 2022 and Perpetual Homes has already leveraged this bill to provide fee simple lot splits with Perpetual Homes ADUs for some of their clients. SB 9 gives homeowners in many single-family zones the green light to build additional units on their current prop- erty or subdivide their land into two separate parcels and sell off one of the lots. Whether you've thought about a multigenerational home, a guesthouse or a rental income stream, SB 9 offers the oppor- tunity to build more on your existing homesite. Several laws passed in 2020 at the state level guide local city and county laws when it comes to build- ing and permitting ADUs. Specifically, AB 68 reduces required setbacks from lot lines, eliminates the need for fire sprinklers in most situations and lowers impact fees if under 750 square feet. Perpetual Homes believes that with the creation of this new law and the rapid increase in demand for housing this is the perfect time to build an ADU. Assembly Bills 68 and 881 also help to make ADUs easier to install. These laws remove the previ- ous minimum-lot-size requirement, dimin- ish parking require- ments for the ADU and shorten the time period for ADU site plans to be reviewed by cities and counties. Before this legislation, ADUs were desirable but often impossible and very expensive (fees over $100,000) to build on most lots. Most multifamily properties can add two detached ADUs. With decades of experience in real estate development and market analysis, Anderson acquires the highest- quality homes at the most affordable prices for her clients. Her vast network of prefabrica- tion companies, drafters and general contrac- tors makes the process of building an ADU much smoother. ADU prices start in the low $200,000s. Whether you want to increase your prop- erty value, add a new source of income or provide housing for family members or rent- ers, contact Perpetual Homes ADU for more information! Call (925) 980-2351 or visit www. perpetualhomesadu.com to learn more. Content provided by Perpetual Homes Customize your own ADU with Perpetual Homes Perpetual Homes' two-bedroom Perpetual Lux ADU is a modern farmhouse-style home. in size from approxi- mately 2,286 to 3,298 square feet, with three to five bedrooms and three to five bathrooms. Each home is designed with the needs of today's families in mind and includes a variety of modern features and amenities. Homes are priced from the $900,000s. "Here prospective homebuyers will find an assortment of stun- ning and unique floor plans and layout options," Schwartz continues. "Open concept, single- story homes provide a balance of indoor-outdoor living and a refreshing approach to the luxury home market." Within the commu- nity, residents of Zinfandel Ridge II will have access to 6.5 miles of nature trails and paved paths. And with the completion of the planned historic Arroyo Ditch trail, one day you'll even be able to hike or bike all the way to downtown Plymouth. Ensuring that the gorgeous natural setting in which Zinfandel Ridge II is located remains reminiscent of its original state, over 130 acres of the community will be preserved as open space. This means that residents of Zinfandel Ridge II will have plenty of room to roam, with miles of hiking and biking trails right at their doorstep. Tim Lewis Commu- nities is a leading builder of new homes in the Sacramento area. The company has been building quality homes for over 35 years and is committed to providing its customers with the best possible experience. Tim Lewis Communities is proud to be a part of the Zinfandel Ridge II community. 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