Examples
CALIFORNIA SENATE BILL 9 (SB9)
Senate Bill 9 (SB 9), the Housing Opportunity and More Efficiency (HOME) Act, is a California law that aims to increase housing supply across the State through streamlined measures that expand infill development opportunities, including making it easier to apply for a lot split or two-unit development on a single-family zone. These designations are clarified by the Los Angeles Planning Department.
Key Components
Two-Unit Development (TUD)
SB 9 allows for two dwelling units on a single family zoned lot, subject to eligibility criteria and certain development standards. The dwelling units may be detached or attached. Permit applications TUDs may be submitted to LADBS for plan check and permitting.
Urban Lot Splits (ULS)
SB 9 allows an existing single family zoned parcel to be subdivided into two parcels, subject to eligibility criteria and certain development standards. A project may combine a ULS with a TUD with certain limitations. ULS applications may be filed with City Planning for review and processing.