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unincorporated
Cupertino
Santa Clara County
D
Grade
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We've given Cupertino a D for its very restrictive approach to the implementation of SB 9, which includes excessive regulations.
What's SB 9?
SB 9 is a state bill that was created to address California's housing crisis. It allows Californians more flexibility with their urban property than they've ever had before.
What can I build?
You have three options for an SB 9 project
Option 1: Lot Split
Divide your lot into two parcels; building on the new lot is allowed
Your lot must be at least 2,400 sqft and can be divided 50/50 or 60/40
sb 9 standard
Option 2: Two-Units
Keep your parcel as is, and add
up to 2 units total + ADUs & JADUs allowed by zoning standards
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Option 3: Lot Split & Two-Units
A mix of the above: divide your parcel, and add
up to 4 units total
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sb 9 standard
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Building max size
In
Cupertino
, new units can be up to
800
sq ft. This is half the size of the median single family home in California.
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California median home size
1,700 sq ft
Cupertino
SB 9 Limit
800
sq ft
800
sq ft
Where can I build?
You can build in single-family residential zones
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Places where you can't build
May require additional permits
Building that can't be demolished
Renting & Selling
For all development options, resulting units must be residential use only
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sb 9 standard
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Renting Requirements
Selling Requirements
Additional Requirements
Here are a few more restrictions and requirements that you should keep in mind when pursuing an SB 9 project in
Cupertino
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More about
Cupertino
Famous for being the home of Apple and other tech companies, Cupertino is a vibrant Silicon Valley city with excellent public schools, family friendly neighborhoods, and lots of good boba joints. Visitors can admire local artwork at the Euphrat Museum of Art, ponder the cosmos at the Fujitsu Planetarium, and look for coyotes and bobcats while exploring the McClellan Ranch Preserve. Like most cities in Santa Clara County, housing is very competitive and average home prices are high. We believe SB 9 can help increase home supply and introduce more affordable options for Bay Area residents of all income levels.
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