Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Separate Sales
San Diego County
Summary
The county is looking at allowing homeowners to separately sell ADUs as condominiums under state law AB 1033. Supervisors want to add rules to protect first-time homebuyers and prevent investors from buying them all up as rentals.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
Potential creation of new entry-level homeownership opportunities without direct county capital expenditure beyond staff administration.
Prospective first-time homebuyers and seniors seeking to downsize or build generational wealth.
Some community members fear increased neighborhood density, parking congestion, and loss of rental stock.
Mentions & discussions (2)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE — August 19, 2026
The county adopted new rules for selling ADUs separately as condominiums, adding protections like right of first refusal and owner occupancy requirements to support local homeownership.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - LAND USE — March 4, 2026
The county is looking at allowing homeowners to separately sell ADUs as condominiums under state law AB 1033. Supervisors want to add rules to protect first-time homebuyers and prevent investors from buying them all up as rentals.
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