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The SB 9 city guide
Saratoga
The SB 9 city guide
Saratoga
unincorporated
D
Grade
very friendly
very friendly
friendly
friendly
restrictive
very restrictive
We've given Saratoga a D for its very restrictive approach to the implementation of SB 9, which includes excessive regulations.
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.
Last updated:
5/5/2022
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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. Read more about SB 9 here.
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 4 units total
sb 9 standard
friendly
very friendly
restrictive
very restrictive
Option 3: Lot Split & Two-Units
A mix of the above: divide your parcel, and add
up to 4 units total
sb 9 standard
friendly
very friendly
restrictive
very restrictive
Building max. size
In
Saratoga
, new units can be up to
sq ft. This is half the size of the median single family home in California.
very Restrictive
📐
California median home size
1,700 sq ft
📐
Saratoga
SB 9 Limit
sq ft
Where can I build?
You can build in single-family residential zones
,
sb 9 standard
friendly
very friendly
restrictive
very restrictive
Places where you can’t build
May require additional permits
Buildings that can't be demolished
Renting & Selling
For all development options, resulting units must be residential use only
sb 9 standard
Renting
Requirements
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
Saratoga
.
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D
The SB9 Guide
unincorporated
Saratoga
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More about
Saratoga
Tucked in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, this Bay Area suburb is beloved for its exceptional public schools, beautiful parks, and quiet, safe neighborhoods. Visitors as well as residents delight in walking the serene Hakone Gardens, sampling local wines at Mount Eden Vineyards, and hiking amongst old-growth redwoods on the Skyline-to-the-Sea Trail. Because Saratoga is such an ideal place to live, homes in the area are very, very expensive. We think SB 9 has great potential to increase affordable housing options in Santa Clara Valley and throughout California.
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