Resources

Second Unit Center Resource Library

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Step by Step Guide to ADU Design and Permitting
Second Unit Convening PowerPoint: Bringing the Lessons Home
Second Unit Convening PowerPoint: What, Why and How
Second Unit Convening PowerPoint: Backdoor Revolution, The Definitive Guide to ADU Development
Video: 21 Elements: Bringing the Lessons Home
Video: Kol Peterson: The Definitive Guide to ADU Development
Video: Kol Peterson Q&A
Video: Matt Regan: Policy Framework for Building Second Units
AARP: ABC’s of ADUs

Links

California Department of Housing and Community Development: Second Unit Resources
Links to general standards for each jurisdiction in San Mateo County
Department of Consumer Affairs Contractors State License Board: Information on the status of a contractor’s license and tips on hiring a builder
HIP Housing – Home sharing program that matches two or more unrelated people
Housing Authority Landlord Incentive Programs

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