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#Development

ADU/JADU entitlement, Coastal Commission permits, setback rules, and statewide development law for coastal California parcels.

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ADUs

SB 9 Lot Splits in Coastal California

SB 9's ministerial lot-split pathway is suspended inside the Coastal Zone, but discretionary splits remain viable under Local Coastal Programs, if you know the timeline and the LCP rules.

Paul Johnston Apr 22, 2026 11 min
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Finance & Taxes

Filing a Prop 8 Decline-in-Value Appeal in 2026

California Proposition 8 allows coastal rental owners to appeal for a temporary downward reassessment when current market value drops below the Prop 13 base, here's how to file in 2026.

Chris Kerstner Apr 10, 2026 11 min
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Single Family Homes

Newport Beach HOA Rental Caps in 2026

Newport Beach HOA rental restrictions tighten in 2026. Understand cap calculations, waitlist mechanics, and compliance strategies for coastal SFR operators.

Paul Johnston Mar 31, 2026 12 min
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Trends

A Decade of Costa Mesa ADU Entitlement

Costa Mesa's ADU entitlement landscape transformed dramatically over the past decade. We trace the regulatory milestones that turned backyard cottages from planning nightmares into streamlined rental assets.

Paul Johnston Mar 27, 2026 12 min
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Short Term Rentals

Short-Term Rental Compliance Across Coastal California

Every coastal California city governs short-term rentals differently. This pillar guide breaks down permit pathway, owner-occupancy, night caps, TOT, and Coastal Commission posture from Santa Barbara to San Diego.

Paul Johnston Jan 27, 2026 11 min
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Property Tech

Energy Efficiency Tax Credits Before the 2026/2027 Sunset

IRS energy credits 45L, 179D, and 48E are sunsetting in 2026 and 2027. Coastal rental owners who place qualifying improvements in service before the deadlines unlock thousands per door, after that, the deductions vanish.

Chris Kerstner Jan 16, 2026 7 min
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ADUs

Orange County Coastal ADU Setbacks

Orange County coastal ADU development requires navigating CCC jurisdiction, setback requirements, and city ordinances. This guide clarifies entitlement pathways for SFR owners.

Paul Johnston Dec 18, 2025 12 min
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ADUs

San Diego JADU Permits in the Coastal Zone

Converting existing space to a JADU in coastal San Diego requires CCC coordination. This guide covers AB 2221 compliance, permit strategy, and approval timelines.

Paul Johnston Dec 10, 2025 14 min
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Short Term Rentals

Newport Beach Short-Term Rental Permits in 2026

Newport Beach's 2026 STR ordinance requires permits, TOT registration, and coastal compliance. Understand licensing, occupancy limits, and enforcement penalties.

Paul Johnston Dec 8, 2025 13 min