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Customize your own ADU with Perpetual Homes Recycle and reduce waste for the holidays There's no ignoring the current housing crisis in California. Cal- ifornia's housing short- fall of approximately 2 million units has been created over decades, largely by a combina- tion of high population growth and restric- tive building policies. Many experts see ac- cessory dwelling units, or ADUs, as a possible solution to this major issue by providing addi- tional housing for fam- ily members or renters while saving land. One key step is find- ing the right partner to craft a sustainable, turnkey home. "The goal of Per- petual Homes ADU is to build the highest quality at the most af- fordable price point," explains Katherine Anderson, founder of Perpetual Homes ADU. "My experience, 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 Perpet- ual Homes ADU." "If your family mem- ber, 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 beau- tiful 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 rewarding to help fami- lies stay together in the high-priced 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 ad- ditional units on their current property or subdivide their land into two separate par- cels 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 building and permitting ADUs. Spe- cifically, 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. As- sembly 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 ex- perience in real estate development and mar- ket analysis, Anderson acquires the highest- quality homes at the most affordable prices for her clients. Her vast network of pre- fabrication companies, drafters and general contractors makes the process of building an ADU much smoother. ADU prices start in the low $200,000s. Whether you want to increase your property 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 Perpetual Homes' two-bedroom Perpetual Lux ADU is a modern farmhouse-style home. BY METRO The holiday season is a special time of year. Indi- viduals often spend a little more on gifts, indulge a little more on rich foods and treats, and make a concerted effort to enjoy more time with their loved ones during the holidays. The tendency to overdo things during the holiday season can create a lot of waste. In fact, Americans produce 25 percent more gar- bage from Thanksgiving through the end of the year, according to Waste Advantage magazine, a publication of the waste and recycling industry. That uptick equates to 1 million tons of extra trash per week through- out the holidays. Extra food, plastic and paper waste is generated this time of year, but people can be mindful of the potential to go overboard and take some steps to be more waste-conscious as they entertain. Wrapping paper Sunday comics, news- print, colorful magazine pages and even pieces of fabric can be used to wrap gifts in lieu of pur- chasing new wrapping paper. Otherwise, collect used wrapping paper and reuse it next year, doing the same with boxes and bows. According to researchers at Stanford University, if every Amer- ican family wrapped just three presents in reused materials, it would save enough paper to cover 45,000 football fields. Disposable items It's certainly easy to use disposable plates, napkins and cups when hosting holiday parties, but that is very wasteful. Opt for durable, reusable products that can be packed away and used each year during holiday events. Durable and reusable gifts Avoid fad gifts and focus on items that will have staying power. Homemade gifts such as foods, knitted scarves, artwork and more are generally eco- friendly. Recycling containers Remind party guests to recycle the appro- priate materials by clearly marking a pail designed for collect- ing recyclables, such as cans, plastic bever- age bottles and glass wine bottles. Most hard plastics can be recycled. Remove your name from catalog lists Call companies and ask to be taken off pro- motional mailing lists to reduce paper waste. Send a photo Mail holiday card recipients photos of the kids or the entire family in lieu of cards. They're apt to save the photos and display them, helping to keep even more paper trash out of landfills. Leftovers recipes With an abundance of food remaining after entertaining, turn left- overs into new meals by exploring recipes from friends or by doing a little research online. Waste can get out of control during the holi- days, but there are ways to tame the excess. H4 BAY AREA NEWS GROUP 001 Homes | Advertising Section

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