Pittsburg received about $190,407 from the Senate District 7 Accessory Dwelling Unit Rebate Program, affecting 15 East Bay cities. Eligible property owners can get up to $7,500 for new ADUs or up to $15,000 if the unit is deed-restricted to low-income households. Rebates exclude units over 1,000 square feet and junior units. Rebates require obtaining a building permit and receiving a certificate of occupancy within 18 months of permit issuance. Residents can apply until the end of September 2026 or until funds run out. The city has issued 60 ADU permits with final inspection and certificates of occupancy since February 2022.
Part of the Senate District 7 Accessory Dwelling Unit Accelerator Program that was piloted by state Sen. Steve Glazer last year, the Accessory Dwelling Unit Rebate Program will impact 15 East Bay cities, including Pittsburg. The city has been allocated about $190,407 in funding for the program. Accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, are sometimes referred to as in-law units or backyard homes.
No rebates will be given for units over 1,000 square feet or junior units. Those who are eligible can receive individual rebates up to $7,500 for new ADUs or up to $15,000 for new ADUs that are deed-restricted to low-income households. The rebates will be given to property owners if they obtain a building permit to construct an ADU and receive a certificate of occupancy within 18 months of issuance.
Pittsburg Mayor Jelani Killings said ADUs are a practical solution to help meet the city's housing goals. We're excited to offer financial incentives and design tools to support their development City-wide, said Killings in a statement. ADUs have the potential to help increase housing supply, provide an affordable housing option for residents and their extended family, and allow those wanting to live independently yet close to family members or caregivers another option.
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