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[quote=Anonymous]Hi OP, This is ileana, the architect. The law has changed significantly in 2016. The main change was that the installation of an ADU became a right. This means that all applicable building and zoning rules are already in place to accommodate the project. About the neighbor's notice, you only need to give notice in these cases (there may be more but it's rare): -you are performing structural alterations that may affect your neighbors building (such as underpinning foundations) -you are making site alterations that may affect water drainage on your neighbor's property (such as re grading or excavating) -you are significantly affecting their access to sunlight there may be other situations but, unless DCRA sees the potential of affecting the neighbor's property, it's rare that you will need to notify them. Most times all it takes is a quick letter that you can hand deliver along with a set of drawings showing the work that will be done. Most importantly, the neighbor's don't have to agree to anything, all DCRA needs is that you notified them. If you can't do it in person, a notice from the certified mail will do. Feel free to reach out if you need any information about the design and documentation (and permitting!) of additional dwelling units in the region. I have a lot of experience in the process (some fun, some not so... but mostly very useful!) ready to share with you. Cheers, ileana, the architect ile@ileanaschinder.com www.ileanaschinder.com[/quote]
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