In light of California's housing crisis, Berkeley is implementing an innovative amnesty program to certify unpermitted secondary housing units, potentially increasing the housing stock by 4,000 units. Many of these units, or 'granny flats', were built to accommodate family members and have faced challenges with irresponsible tenants or fear of fines. This initiative encourages owners to work with planners and inspectors to legalize these units. The program is particularly significant as it intersects with recent laws easing construction and ownership rules for accessory dwelling units (ADUs).
Berkeley's new amnesty program aims to legalize unpermitted secondary housing units, potentially adding 4,000 new rental spaces to address housing shortages.
The program encourages owners to certify their secondary units, many built to house family, for use in rental or sales markets, alleviating fears of heavy fines.
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