SB9 Urban Lot Split Guide – San Luis Obispo County

This is your SB9 Urban Lot Split Guide for San Luis Obispo County. SB9: California’s New Urban Lot Split, better known as the California Housing Opportunity and More Efficiency (HOME) Act, is a CA state law that allows property owners the ability to split their residential lot into two individual lots and build two units on each property. As a result, eligible properties under SB9 that originally had only allowed for one residence can now build up to four units.

SB9 Urban Lot Split Property Requirements?

  • Property must be located in a single family residential zone
  • Property must be located in an urban area
  • Property is not located in the specified exclusion areas
  • Proposed projects cannot alter or demolish rent controlled or affordable housing
  • Property owners must occupy one of the dwellings for a minimum of 3 years
  • No short term rentals

What are the benefits of doing a SB9 Urban Lot Split?

  • Increased Housing for homeowners, multigenerational family members, and those looking to rent.
  • Increased equity, value, and wealth for property owners as a result of now having two lots/properties
  • Increased passive income for property owners through added rental units.

Where Do I Start?

Our team at CCPP is a group of project planning experts that guide clients through the entire permitting process.  We are well versed on the state’s new SB9 law and available to provide the assistance needed. 

Contact Us
Central Coast Project Planning

How effective has SB9 been in California?

SB9 Urban Lot Split hasn’t seen the expected wave of use statewide as anticipated in providing more additional housing.  This is primarily attributable to the lack of knowledge and assistance in the marketplace for individuals looking to take advantage of SB9.  Further, the state bill allows for local municipalities to interpret and implement SB9 independently thus making it that much harder for individuals to maximize their property’s potential.  It’s highly recommended to seek the assistance of our planning consultant team at CCPP before pursuing your SB9 project. Our planning team will determine if your property is eligible for SB9, prepare your submittal documents, coordinate the necessary consultants, and manage your project through the entire process to approvals.

Links To Related Articles