ADU Evaluation

Before we get started putting your vision in motion, we would like to take a moment to learn a little more about you, and share some great information about our services.

Not matter where you are in the process, HOUZD advisors are meeting property owners where they are along the ADU journey, whether you have had an unfortunate experience with contractor, architect, designer, need helping understand the bid, help understanding permits and timelines, or why the State regulation state on thing but your cities ordinance stating another. Our advisors provide tailored support to handle an entire project from A to Z or step in and help you overcome a particular obstacle in your process.

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Ever since the new ADU law took effect, we have seen many homeowners desperate to take advantage of this amazing opportunity to create more space for a loved one or create a source of additional of rental income. Unfortunately, with every new opportunity comes uncertainty, scams, and tons of misinformation. Leaving homeowners like yourself ready to execute unsure what where to start and with whom.

HOUZD Site Evaluations Are Designed

To take the uncertainty out of the process of ADU’ing. Our advisors not only review the city, county ordinance we also provide insight to the impact the State ADU Regulations put in place to support the initiative to create more Housing throughout the State.

We help take the stress of identifying licensed designers + builders providing the support to see your ADU project through to completion.

What happens during a Site Evaluation?

  1. Provide details regarding the ADU project
  2. Access resources and tools that may apply to your project
  3. Meet with your advisor to discuss site evaluation
  4. Connect with licensed and insured designers and builders
  5. Learn tenant landlord responsibilities
  6. Protect property vesting and insurances and so much more

What you’ll receive with our services:

  • An assigned project advisor
  • A customized property reports
  • 1-on-1 counseling session to review goal and vision
  • Recommendation of designers and builders
  • Progress check ins and support throughout project

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Progress

As a social enterprise, HPP CARES CDE has achieved significant and wide-ranging accomplishments in recent years. Working under the National Coalition for Equities' (NCFE) umbrella, our focus has been on advocating for a strong community voice among federal and state regulators and major private sector corporations. We've dedicated ourselves to addressing public policy issues, particularly those related to wealth and income inequality impacting affordable homeownership and small business growth.

Through collaborative efforts with NCFE, HPP CARES CDE has expanded outreach initiatives, leading to increased corporate social responsibility and consumer protection awareness. Our endeavors have enabled us to engage with a broader audience, forge partnerships with numerous companies, and engage with regulators, all with the goal of supporting deserving individuals in achieving sustainable homeownership, fostering successful small businesses, protecting consumers, and empowering California communities.

At HPP CARES CDE, we are committed to championing opportunities for people of color to become integral partners in our mission to reduce income and wealth inequality, thereby contributing to the creation of stronger futures for all minority groups.

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