Investor · Sanfrancisco , CA · Member since 2008 · 46 posts · 7 votes
I have a house in san jose downtown zoned R18 (Single family house with a ADU(Accessory Dwelling Unit) - In law unit. (with a single gas and electric meter)
I am looking for some expert who could help me rezone this and convert this to condos or multiple units with separate meters.
Lender · Elk Grove, CA · Member since 2016 · 190 posts · 94 votes
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It might not be that simple depending on the context of the neighborhood, and your neighbors. I would start by going to the planning department and getting their free feedback. They should be able to let you know right away how difficult that plan would be to get approved, and what the process would entail to seek approval.
Here is the ADU code for city of San Jose, where it requires the owner to certify as follows:
"Application - Owner Certification. As part of the building permit application process for a secondary dwelling, the owner of record shall submit a declaration, under penalty of perjury, stating that the secondary dwelling is not intended for sale separate from the primary residence, but may be rented. Nothing in this section shall be deemed to affect the legal status of a secondary dwelling built with a lawfully issued permit if the property is subsequently transferred or sold, or if the one-family dwelling or secondary dwelling is subsequently rented or leased.