Our Mission, Vision, and Values Our Board and Staff Casita-Supported Bills
The Case for Middle Housing ADU Resources SB 9 Guidebooks & Resources
Why Middle Housing? Build an ADU Two-Unit Developments, Lot Splits, & SB 9 State Law & Code Interpretation ADU Gallery
Newsroom BLOG Sponsorships and Partnerships Publications
Upcoming Webinars Upcoming In-Person Events Webinar Library Build the Middle National Housing Convening

FOR PROFESSIONALS

Middle Home State Law & Code Interpretation

 

CC Banners (4).png

Statewide guidance on neighborhood-scale housing is available through California HCD

Casita Coalition provides member tools, updates, and other resources to update the public and help with the code interpretation process. Check out our resources below or visit the California Department of Housing and Community Development online for more detailed information.

 

Does your local ADU ordinance meet state law? Contact HCD to find out.

Are you concerned that your local jurisdiction is breaking state housing law? Want to check and see if your jurisdiction has an HCD-approved ADU ordinance? HCD’s Housing Accountability Unit (HAU) enforces state housing laws to meaningfully and positively impact the provision of housing in all communities across the state. Report a problem to HCD using the portal linked below.

Small Housing Legislative Updates

Featured
2023 Legislative Session: Four Issues to Know About
2023 Legislative Session: Four Issues to Know About

The Casita Coalition is excited about the upcoming legislative session, where there are significant opportunities and challenges for the ADU industry.

Read More →
ADU Bills Signed by Governor
ADU Bills Signed by Governor

On September 28th, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a large slate of housing bills, including several bills focused on ADUs and small housing.

Read More →
SB 897, AB 2097, and AB 916: Bills Making Headway Toward More Dynamic Housing
SB 897, AB 2097, and AB 916: Bills Making Headway Toward More Dynamic Housing

Significant pieces of legislation for ADUs are making their rounds through key legislative committees with high prospects of becoming law.

Read More →
SB 897: ADU Law on the Move
SB 897: ADU Law on the Move

SB 897 builds upon previous ADU legislation by addressing the remaining barriers to ADU construction and supporting the development of housing that is more affordable by design.

Read More →

 

ADU Interpretation Index

A quick-search library of State Guidance

If you're an ADU professional - a builder, architect, or planner - chances are you have questions about ADU allowances and implementation. HCD has answered dozens of questions on ADU issues to clarify and interpret the new rules.

The Casita Coalition, working with HCD, created an interactive table where you can look up your question and find the HCD interpretation and source code. Can't find yours? Submit a new question directly.

Join the Casita Coalition at one of our Business Membership levels and get unlimited access to this useful resource, as well as all the other benefits of membership.