San Jose 1st California City to Approve Sales of Separate Dwellings Under New Law

Published on July 24, 2024

San Jose is the first California city to allow homeowners to sell their accessory dwelling units—known as ADUs—separately from their main property, which lawmakers say they hope will give more first-time homebuyers a chance to purchase. “ADU ownership could provide a path for residents to buy their first home, or even allow our seniors to downsize,” said Assemblyman Phil Ting, the legislator responsible for the new law, during a July 19 press conference. “With this less expensive housing option available, increased home ownership can help build stronger communities.” Assembly Bill 1033, authored by the San Francisco Democrat and signed into law last year, allows cities to adopt a local ordinance to permit the sale of an ADU separate from a primary residence....

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