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San Jose Condo-Style ADUs Open a New Path to Homeownership
San Jose pioneered the sale of accessory dwelling unit (ADU) condos under California Assembly Bill 1033, allowing homeowners to sell ADUs separately from main homes. These smaller, affordable units offer homeownership alternatives amid high local housing costs, with prices significantly lower than typical homes. The streamlined permitting process enables faster development, aiming to expand affordable housing options in the Bay Area. Other cities have adopted similar measures.