{"id":2257,"date":"2025-05-29T18:01:07","date_gmt":"2025-05-30T01:01:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/adurights.org\/?page_id=2257"},"modified":"2025-10-10T22:53:30","modified_gmt":"2025-10-11T05:53:30","slug":"home2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/adurights.org\/","title":{"rendered":"Home2"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-cbfbd628 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-info-box uagb-block-af26f004 uagb-infobox__content-wrap  uagb-infobox-icon-above-title uagb-infobox-image-valign-top\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-content\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-title-wrap\"><h2 class=\"uagb-ifb-title\"><br>California ADU Rights Organization (CADURO)<br>Stand Up for Homeowners&#8217; Rights<\/h2><\/div><p class=\"uagb-ifb-desc\">The Ojai Valley Sanitary District (OVSD) continues to impose high sewer capacity fees and to levy <strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">duplicate annual sewer service charges<\/span><\/strong> against properties that lawfully add Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). These actions appear inconsistent with California Government Code \u00a7 65852.2(f), which prohibits additional utility fees when an ADU does not require a new connection to the sewer main. The resulting financial harm and procedural irregularities have delayed housing projects across the district. Despite repeated notice, the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) has not yet taken corrective&nbsp;action.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns2257_37993d-b1{gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns2257_37993d-b1 .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns2257_37993d-b1 .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns2257_37993d-b1 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns2257_37993d-b1 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns2257_37993d-b1 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns2257_37993d-b1 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns2257_37993d-b1 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns2257_37993d-b1 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns2257_37993d-b1\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn2257_8d218a-30.kb-button{width:initial;}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn2257_8d218a-30 kt-btn-size-standard kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-fill  kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-false  wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/14uvDYjCJWUyM-G_VAj0XAxMvcKxtznwo\/preview\" data-kb-tooltip-content=\"See how a Tomato Garden can teach you about Sewer Capacity Fees for ADUs\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">See how a tomato garden can teach you about sewer fees for an ADU<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-info-box uagb-block-7598e6b6 uagb-infobox__content-wrap  uagb-infobox-icon-above-title uagb-infobox-image-valign-top\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-content\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-icon-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M0 256C0 114.6 114.6 0 256 0C397.4 0 512 114.6 512 256C512 397.4 397.4 512 256 512C114.6 512 0 397.4 0 256zM371.8 211.8C382.7 200.9 382.7 183.1 371.8 172.2C360.9 161.3 343.1 161.3 332.2 172.2L224 280.4L179.8 236.2C168.9 225.3 151.1 225.3 140.2 236.2C129.3 247.1 129.3 264.9 140.2 275.8L204.2 339.8C215.1 350.7 232.9 350.7 243.8 339.8L371.8 211.8z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"uagb-ifb-title-wrap\"><h3 class=\"uagb-ifb-title\">Important Aspect of Capacity Fees<\/h3><\/div><p class=\"uagb-ifb-desc\">For example, if the original 4-inch lateral line was designed with a 1% slope, it could typically handle 160 gallons per minute (GPM). At a 2% slope, this increases to 225 GPM, and at a 3% slope, it reaches 275 GPM. Regardless of the slope, this capacity remains unchanged when an ADU connects through the same lateral. The homeowner already paid for that capacity when the original lateral was installed with the primary dwelling. No new system capacity is being created, no additional strain is being placed on the sewer main beyond what was already accounted for, and no expansion of infrastructure is occurring.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kt-accordion-id2257_c17192-f5 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:0px;}.kt-accordion-id2257_c17192-f5 .kt-accordion-panel-inner{border-top:0px solid transparent;border-right:0px solid transparent;border-bottom:0px solid transparent;border-left:0px solid transparent;padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kt-accordion-id2257_c17192-f5 > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header{border-top:0px solid #f2f2f2;border-right:0px solid #f2f2f2;border-bottom:0px solid #f2f2f2;border-left:0px solid 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.kt-blocks-accordion-header.kt-accordion-panel-active{border-top-color:#444444;border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:#444444;border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:#444444;border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:#444444;border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-accordion alignnone\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-wrap kt-accordion-id2257_c17192-f5 kt-accordion-has-10-panes kt-active-pane-0 kt-accordion-block kt-pane-header-alignment-left kt-accodion-icon-style-basic kt-accodion-icon-side-right\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"false\" data-start-open=\"0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-1 kt-pane2257_3c169b-6c\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">What Are Capacity Fees and How Are They Usually Applied<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are Capacity Fees?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Capacity fees<\/strong> are one-time charges imposed by public utility districts to help cover the cost of expanding infrastructure\u2014such as water and sewer systems\u2014when additional system demand is created. These fees are commonly assessed during <strong>new development<\/strong> or when significant modifications to a property increase the demand for public utilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When Are Capacity Fees Typically Applied?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Direct Connection to the Utility Main:<\/strong><br>Capacity fees are usually charged when a new building or unit connects <strong>directly<\/strong> to a utility\u2019s main sewer or water line. The new connection may create additional demand on the system, requiring infrastructure upgrades funded by these fees.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Public Infrastructure Expansion:<\/strong><br>If a project results in the need for expanded infrastructure\u2014such as larger sewer lines, lift stations, or added water treatment capacity\u2014capacity fees help recover those costs and ensure the system remains functional for all users.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How This Applies to ADUs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to <strong>Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)<\/strong>, the situation is different. Many ADUs are connected <strong>indirectly<\/strong> through the primary home\u2019s existing utility lateral rather than connecting directly to the main line. In these cases, <strong>no new infrastructure is added<\/strong>, and the system\u2019s existing capacity is reused\u2014not expanded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Under <strong>California Government Code \u00a7\u202f65852.2(f)<\/strong>, a public agency <strong>may not charge a capacity fee<\/strong> for an ADU <strong>unless it requires a direct connection to the utility<\/strong>. This protection was designed to support housing affordability by removing unnecessary financial barriers to building ADUs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Concern<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In some cases, including within the Ojai Valley Sanitary District (OVSD), homeowners have reported being charged capacity fees for ADUs <strong>despite not being required to install a direct connection<\/strong> to the sewer main. These fees have been publicly challenged as inconsistent with state ADU law and may place unfair financial burdens on homeowners who are contributing to California\u2019s housing goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you were charged a capacity fee for an ADU that connects through your main home\u2019s existing sewer line, you may wish to learn more about <strong>your rights under California law<\/strong> or consult an attorney.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-2 kt-pane2257_8b7052-1c\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">What is Prepaid Inherent Capacity, and Why Did ADU Law Adopt It?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Legal Principles Supporting the Concept of Prepaid Inherent Capacity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Several California statutes and legal doctrines support the argument that <strong>capacity fees should not be imposed<\/strong> when existing infrastructure\u2014especially infrastructure paid for through earlier fees\u2014can accommodate additional usage without exceeding its design limits. This concept is particularly relevant to ADUs that connect to existing laterals without requiring new system capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below are the most relevant legal authorities:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <strong>Government Code \u00a7 66013 \u2013 Nexus Requirement for Capacity Fees<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This statute requires a direct relationship (nexus) between a capacity fee and the cost of providing <strong>additional capacity<\/strong>. If existing laterals or system components were funded by prior fees and are not being expanded, the imposition of a new fee lacks legal justification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Clause:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cA fee for capacity shall not exceed the estimated reasonable cost of providing the service for which the fee is charged.\u201d (Gov. Code \u00a7 66013(b))<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Application:<\/strong><br>If the capacity of an existing lateral has already been paid for and is not exceeded by the addition of new drainage fixture units (DFUs), <strong>no new service is being provided<\/strong>. Imposing a new capacity fee under these conditions would violate \u00a7 66013.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. <strong>Proposition 218 \u2013 Proportionality Requirement<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Prop 218 mandates that all property-related fees be <strong>proportional to the cost of the service provided<\/strong>. Charging a flat or full-capacity fee where <strong>no new infrastructure or service is being added<\/strong> violates this principle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Clause:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cRevenues derived from the fee or charge shall not exceed the funds required to provide the property-related service.\u201d (Cal. Const., Art. XIII D, \u00a7 6(b)(1))<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Application:<\/strong><br>If the infrastructure already accommodates the additional DFUs without modification or expansion, then the fee exceeds the actual cost of providing service and is <strong>disproportionate<\/strong>\u2014thus invalid under Proposition 218.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <strong>Public Utilities Code \u00a7 1501 et seq. \u2013 Fair and Reasonable Rates<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This code requires that utility fees be fair, reasonable, and based on the cost of service provided. Charging for infrastructure that was <strong>previously funded<\/strong>\u2014and still has unused capacity\u2014may violate this principle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Principle:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cCharges must be based on the cost of the service provided.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Application:<\/strong><br>If no new costs are incurred by the utility due to the added DFUs, a new capacity fee may be deemed <strong>unreasonable<\/strong> and subject to challenge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. <strong>Takings Clause \u2013 Nollan \/ Dolan Doctrine<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Under U.S. Supreme Court precedent, government exactions (including capacity fees) must be <strong>proportionate to the impact of the development<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Precedent:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cAn exaction must be related in nature and extent to the impact of the proposed development.\u201d<br>\u2014 <em>Dolan v. City of Tigard<\/em>, 512 U.S. 374 (1994)<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Application:<\/strong><br>If a property owner\u2019s added DFUs fall within the lateral\u2019s existing design capacity, there is <strong>no increased impact<\/strong>, and thus no valid basis for a new capacity fee. The fee would fail both the <strong>nexus<\/strong> and <strong>proportionality<\/strong> tests established in <em>Nollan<\/em> and <em>Dolan<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. <strong>Government Code \u00a7 66016 \u2013 Fee Transparency and Documentation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Agencies must justify new or increased fees with clear documentation showing the cost basis for the fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Clause:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cAny action adopting or increasing a fee shall include the evidence necessary to demonstrate that the fee does not exceed the estimated reasonable cost.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Application:<\/strong><br>If no new infrastructure is required and no additional capacity is being provided, the agency <strong>cannot meet the evidentiary burden<\/strong> required by \u00a7 66016. The fee is therefore unjustified and subject to legal challenge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. <strong>Government Code \u00a7 65008 \u2013 Equal Treatment and Non-Discrimination<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This statute protects against discriminatory land use practices, including the <strong>unequal application of fees<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Application:<\/strong><br>If other property owners with similarly situated ADUs are <strong>not charged capacity fees<\/strong>, but you are, this may constitute <strong>disparate treatment<\/strong> in violation of \u00a7 65008.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. <strong>Prepaid Capacity Through Historical Fees<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In many cases, capacity fees were paid during the original development of the property, including for the installation of sewer laterals designed with future use in mind. These fees <strong>prepaid for system capacity<\/strong> that remains available today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Legal Argument:<\/strong><br>Charging a new capacity fee for infrastructure that was already paid for during initial development\u2014and whose capacity has not been exceeded\u2014<strong>constitutes double billing<\/strong>. This contradicts the purpose of capacity fees, which are intended to recover costs <strong>for new demand<\/strong>, not to charge twice for existing capacity.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-3 kt-pane2257_54c048-04\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Legal Questions Surrounding OVSD\u2019s Capacity Fees for Indirect ADU Connections<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>The Ojai Valley Sanitary District (OVSD) has been charging capacity fees to homeowners who build Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), even when those ADUs connect indirectly to the sewer system through the existing lateral line of the primary residence. This practice has raised significant legal concerns under several provisions of California law, particularly <strong>Government Code \u00a7\u202f65852.2(f)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2696\ufe0f <strong>What the Law Says<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>California law prohibits local agencies, including special districts like OVSD, from imposing capacity fees on ADUs <strong>unless a new or separate utility connection is mandated<\/strong>. According to <strong>Gov. Code \u00a7\u202f65852.2(f)<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cA local agency, special district, or water corporation shall not impose a connection fee or capacity charge for an accessory dwelling unit\u2026 unless the accessory dwelling unit is constructed with a new or separate utility connection directly between the accessory dwelling unit and the utility.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>In other words, unless OVSD <strong>requires a direct connection<\/strong> between the ADU and the sewer main, <strong>they are not authorized to charge a capacity fee<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83e\uddfe <strong>How Indirect Connections Differ<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>An indirect connection means the ADU shares the existing lateral line from the main home and does not create a new connection to the utility\u2019s main infrastructure. These connections typically do <strong>not increase demand<\/strong> on the system beyond what the original lateral was designed to handle. No new infrastructure is added, and no expansion of system capacity occurs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the ADU is using the existing connection, and the lateral line was already sized (and paid for) when the main home was built, there is <strong>no legal or technical justification<\/strong> for charging an additional capacity fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2753 <strong>Why This Practice Is Being Challenged<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Lack of Nexus<\/strong>: Under <strong>Gov. Code \u00a7\u202f66013<\/strong>, capacity fees must be based on the actual cost of providing additional service. If no new capacity is being added, the fee may violate this law.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Proportionality Issues<\/strong>: Under <strong>Proposition 218<\/strong>, fees must be proportional to the service provided. Charging a flat capacity fee for an ADU that adds no measurable system burden may be unconstitutional.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Unequal Treatment<\/strong>: Under <strong>Gov. Code \u00a7\u202f65008<\/strong>, inconsistent or selective enforcement of fees may raise equal protection concerns.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udeab <strong>Is It Legal?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The legality of OVSD\u2019s capacity fee policy for ADUs with <strong>indirect connections<\/strong> is currently being challenged. While OVSD asserts it has the authority to assess such fees, many homeowners and advocates argue that doing so violates both the <strong>letter and spirit of California\u2019s ADU laws<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Until a court makes a definitive ruling, these practices remain <strong>legally disputed<\/strong>, and affected homeowners may wish to consult legal counsel or file a complaint with the <strong>California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-4 kt-pane2257_420788-6c\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">What is an Indirect Sewer Connection Verses A Direct Sewer Connection?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-5b1575ad wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/adurights.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Indirect-Sewer-Connection-1-1024x645.jpg ,https:\/\/adurights.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Indirect-Sewer-Connection-1.jpg 780w, https:\/\/adurights.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Indirect-Sewer-Connection-1.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/adurights.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Indirect-Sewer-Connection-1-1024x645.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-2165\" width=\"1024\" height=\"645\" title=\"Indirect Sewer Connection\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-5 kt-pane2257_0739e9-ce\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Decision Tree for Charging Capacity Fees<br><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-ca9d8079 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/adurights.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Decision_Tree_for_Capacity_Fees-1024x655.jpg ,https:\/\/adurights.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Decision_Tree_for_Capacity_Fees.jpg 780w, https:\/\/adurights.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Decision_Tree_for_Capacity_Fees.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/adurights.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Decision_Tree_for_Capacity_Fees-1024x655.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-2142\" width=\"1024\" height=\"655\" title=\"Decision_Tree_for_Capacity_Fees\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-6 kt-pane2257_7fa0da-2c\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Impact on Home Owners<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>The <strong>capacity fees imposed by the Ojai Valley Sanitary District (OVSD)<\/strong> are having a significant and far-reaching effect on homeowners pursuing Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) projects. These fees\u2014reportedly as high as <strong>$16,000 per unit<\/strong>\u2014have created unexpected financial burdens and introduced delays that are slowing or halting the development of urgently needed housing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Financial Strain on Homeowners<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many homeowners build ADUs as a cost-effective way to generate rental income, house family members, or support local housing needs. However, the imposition of high sewer capacity fees\u2014especially <strong>after construction is complete or without prior notice<\/strong>\u2014has disrupted these plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Inflated Project Costs<\/strong>: Homeowners are forced to absorb thousands of dollars in fees not originally included in their project budgets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Canceled or Delayed Projects<\/strong>: Some homeowners are forced to postpone or abandon their ADU plans due to an unexpected and unaffordable cost increase.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Financing Challenges<\/strong>: Sudden fees can interfere with existing loans, increase debt loads, or complicate approval from lenders, especially when charged retroactively.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Delays and Legal Uncertainty<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond financial concerns, capacity fees are also causing <strong>substantial delays in project completion<\/strong> and creating legal complications:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Post-Completion Charges<\/strong>: In at least one case, a homeowner reported being billed for capacity fees only after construction is completed and inspections passed. This can delay certificates of occupancy and the legal use of the ADU.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Administrative Confusion<\/strong>: Fee notices that arrive late or lack clarity can lead to confusion among homeowners\u2014many of whom assumed their project was fully approved.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Legal Disputes<\/strong>: Homeowners who challenge the fees often face extended administrative or legal processes, further stalling occupancy and use of their ADUs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Barriers to Housing Development<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>California\u2019s ADU laws were designed to encourage small-scale housing development as part of the solution to the state\u2019s housing crisis. However, fee policies like those enforced by OVSD may <strong>discourage participation<\/strong> in this effort by making ADUs cost-prohibitive for many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Reduced Participation<\/strong>: The financial and procedural barriers posed by unexpected fees discourage homeowners from initiating or completing ADU projects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Policy Undermined<\/strong>: These outcomes run counter to the goals of state legislation aimed at expanding affordable housing options through streamlined and lower-cost development processes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In Summary<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The sewer capacity fees assessed by OVSD\u2014particularly where no new direct connection is required\u2014are having a profound impact on homeowners in the Ojai Valley. These fees are raising costs, delaying projects, disrupting financing, and in some cases, forcing homeowners to walk away from much-needed housing solutions. Left unaddressed, these practices risk undermining the effectiveness of California\u2019s ADU initiatives and the broader goal of improving housing affordability and access.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-7 kt-pane2257_67d71d-9b\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">The Role of Housing and Community Development (HCD)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">HCD Oversight and the Lack of Enforcement Against OVSD<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD)<\/strong> plays a key role in promoting the development of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) by ensuring that local governments and special districts comply with state laws designed to expand affordable housing. However, in the case of the <strong>Ojai Valley Sanitary District (OVSD)<\/strong> and its application of sewer capacity fees to ADUs, <strong>HCD\u2019s lack of enforcement has left homeowners without meaningful support or recourse<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. HCD\u2019s Role in Enforcing ADU Law<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Under <strong>California Government Code \u00a7 65852.2<\/strong>, HCD is responsible for reviewing and enforcing compliance with state laws that encourage ADU construction. These laws were created to remove unnecessary barriers\u2014such as excessive fees\u2014that discourage homeowners from building ADUs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A key provision, <strong>Section 65852.2(f)<\/strong>, limits the imposition of utility connection fees and capacity charges. Specifically, it allows a local agency or special district to impose a capacity fee <strong>only if an ADU is required to make a new, direct connection to the main utility line<\/strong>. In cases where the ADU connects indirectly through the primary residence, such fees are not permitted under state law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite this, OVSD has continued to charge capacity fees for ADUs that do not make direct connections\u2014raising serious questions about compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. HCD\u2019s Limited Response<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Homeowners impacted by these fees have reached out to HCD seeking intervention. However, many report the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Lack of Active Enforcement<\/strong>: While HCD has acknowledged awareness of OVSD\u2019s practices, it has not taken formal action to require compliance or prevent continued fee collection.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No Clear Remedy for Homeowners<\/strong>: Without HCD intervention, homeowners are left navigating complex administrative and legal channels on their own, often without clarity or support from the state agency tasked with oversight.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This lack of enforcement has allowed the contested fee practices to persist, despite legislative intent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Undermining the Purpose of California\u2019s ADU Laws<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>California\u2019s ADU laws were designed to address the housing crisis by encouraging homeowners to develop secondary units without facing the same fees and regulatory hurdles as new full-size homes. OVSD\u2019s capacity fee policy runs contrary to that goal\u2014and HCD\u2019s inaction allows that conflict to continue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Increased Costs for Homeowners<\/strong>: Imposing fees where none should apply makes ADU projects less affordable and less viable for many homeowners.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Barriers to Housing Production<\/strong>: Instead of helping streamline ADU development, HCD\u2019s inaction may be contributing to project delays, abandonment, or legal disputes\u2014all of which deter housing growth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-d5c5125d wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/adurights.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/HCD-Enforcement-Process.jpg ,https:\/\/adurights.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/HCD-Enforcement-Process.jpg 780w, https:\/\/adurights.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/HCD-Enforcement-Process.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/adurights.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/HCD-Enforcement-Process.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-2149\" width=\"496\" height=\"510\" title=\"HCD Enforcement Process\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>HCD has a legal and policy-driven obligation to ensure that local agencies\u2014including special districts like OVSD\u2014comply with state ADU law. Without meaningful oversight or enforcement, homeowners remain exposed to potentially unlawful fees that threaten both their financial well-being and the broader goal of increasing California\u2019s housing supply. <strong>Advocates and affected homeowners must continue to press HCD to uphold its responsibilities and take action to protect ADU development across the state.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-8 kt-pane2257_392c05-a5\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Current Ongoing Financial Impacts of Connecting Your ADU to OVSDs Sewer System<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-9862460f wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/adurights.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Is-Your-Sewer-District-Overcharging-You-1024x611.jpg ,https:\/\/adurights.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Is-Your-Sewer-District-Overcharging-You.jpg 780w, https:\/\/adurights.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Is-Your-Sewer-District-Overcharging-You.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/adurights.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Is-Your-Sewer-District-Overcharging-You-1024x611.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-2145\" width=\"1024\" height=\"611\" title=\"Is Your Sewer District Overcharging You\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-9 kt-pane2257_2b52d7-5d\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Real World Example of Property Tax Impacts with OVSD Fees<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-a0319ac2 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/adurights.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Real-World-Property-Tax-Example-1024x398.jpg ,https:\/\/adurights.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Real-World-Property-Tax-Example.jpg 780w, https:\/\/adurights.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Real-World-Property-Tax-Example.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/adurights.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Real-World-Property-Tax-Example-1024x398.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-2146\" width=\"1024\" height=\"398\" title=\"Real World Property Tax Example\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-10 kt-pane2257_137aa3-1c\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">How You Can Help<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>The fight against OVSD\u2019s unlawful capacity fees affects more than just the directly impacted homeowners\u2014it affects <strong>every Californian<\/strong> who believes in fair housing laws, government accountability, and the right to build without unjust fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how you can take action:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Join the ADU Rights Coalition<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Subscribe for Updates<\/strong><br>Stay informed about legal developments, local meetings, and action opportunities by <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/adurights.org\">joining our mailing list<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Sign and Share the Petition<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Add Your Voice<\/strong><br>Sign the petition to demand that state agencies\u2014including the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD)\u2014enforce ADU law and stop OVSD\u2019s illegal charges.<br>\ud83d\udc49 <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/change.org\/ADU-Rights\">https:\/\/change.org\/ADU-Rights<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Spread the Word<\/strong><br>Share the petition with your friends, neighbors, and networks. Every signature adds momentum to our cause.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Contact Your Elected Representatives<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Use Our Templates<\/strong><br>Let local and state officials know what\u2019s happening. Use our pre-written letters to make it quick and easy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Raise Awareness<\/strong><br>Ask others to speak up too. When elected officials hear from many voices, they\u2019re more likely to act.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Attend Public Meetings and Town Halls<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Speak at OVSD or HCD Meetings<\/strong><br>Participate in public comment sessions to document your concerns and ensure your voice is heard.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Join Us at Events<\/strong><br>We frequently attend housing forums and town halls. These are great opportunities to share your experience and connect with others.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Share Your Story<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tell Us What Happened<\/strong><br>If you\u2019ve been affected by OVSD\u2019s fees, your story matters. Help us document the broader impact and advocate for change.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Be a Voice for Reform<\/strong><br>Share your experience on social media, in local news, or with community groups. Real stories inspire real change.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Seeking Allies: Help Us End Unlawful Capacity Fees<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We are actively seeking individuals and partners who can help us bring attention to this injustice. If you or someone you know can offer support in any of the following areas, we\u2019d love to connect:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Attorneys<\/strong> interested in helping challenge these fees in court<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Community leaders<\/strong> or advocates with connections to elected officials<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Journalists or media contacts<\/strong> who can help amplify this issue<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Together, we can hold OVSD accountable, protect homeowners from unjust fees, and help ensure that California\u2019s ADU laws are upheld\u2014not ignored.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-976fbce0 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-5288a4d5\"><h2 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Unfair ADU Fees<\/h2><p class=\"uagb-desc-text\">Homeowners are facing significant fees. These charges create financial burdens and hinder housing solutions in our community.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-830a1317\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-1d18bb52\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-info-box uagb-block-594ead74 uagb-infobox__content-wrap  uagb-infobox-icon-above-title uagb-infobox-image-valign-top\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-content\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-icon-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M152.1 38.16C161.9 47.03 162.7 62.2 153.8 72.06L81.84 152.1C77.43 156.9 71.21 159.8 64.63 159.1C58.05 160.2 51.69 157.6 47.03 152.1L7.029 112.1C-2.343 103.6-2.343 88.4 7.029 79.03C16.4 69.66 31.6 69.66 40.97 79.03L63.08 101.1L118.2 39.94C127 30.09 142.2 29.29 152.1 38.16V38.16zM152.1 198.2C161.9 207 162.7 222.2 153.8 232.1L81.84 312.1C77.43 316.9 71.21 319.8 64.63 319.1C58.05 320.2 51.69 317.6 47.03 312.1L7.029 272.1C-2.343 263.6-2.343 248.4 7.029 239C16.4 229.7 31.6 229.7 40.97 239L63.08 261.1L118.2 199.9C127 190.1 142.2 189.3 152.1 198.2V198.2zM224 96C224 78.33 238.3 64 256 64H480C497.7 64 512 78.33 512 96C512 113.7 497.7 128 480 128H256C238.3 128 224 113.7 224 96V96zM224 256C224 238.3 238.3 224 256 224H480C497.7 224 512 238.3 512 256C512 273.7 497.7 288 480 288H256C238.3 288 224 273.7 224 256zM160 416C160 398.3 174.3 384 192 384H480C497.7 384 512 398.3 512 416C512 433.7 497.7 448 480 448H192C174.3 448 160 433.7 160 416zM0 416C0 389.5 21.49 368 48 368C74.51 368 96 389.5 96 416C96 442.5 74.51 464 48 464C21.49 464 0 442.5 0 416z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"uagb-ifb-title-wrap\"><h3 class=\"uagb-ifb-title\">Hidden Charges<\/h3><\/div><p class=\"uagb-ifb-desc\">Many homeowners are unaware of the unexpected fees linked to ADUs. This lack of transparency leads to financial strain and confusion when trying to comply with local regulations.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-ce63ee1e\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-info-box uagb-block-2dd0ee61 uagb-infobox__content-wrap  uagb-infobox-icon-above-title uagb-infobox-image-valign-top\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-content\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-icon-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M352 0C369.7 0 384 14.33 384 32C384 49.67 369.7 64 352 64V74.98C352 117.4 335.1 158.1 305.1 188.1L237.3 256L305.1 323.9C335.1 353.9 352 394.6 352 437V448C369.7 448 384 462.3 384 480C384 497.7 369.7 512 352 512H32C14.33 512 0 497.7 0 480C0 462.3 14.33 448 32 448V437C32 394.6 48.86 353.9 78.86 323.9L146.7 256L78.86 188.1C48.86 158.1 32 117.4 32 74.98V64C14.33 64 0 49.67 0 32C0 14.33 14.33 0 32 0H352zM124.1 142.9L192 210.7L259.9 142.9C277.9 124.9 288 100.4 288 74.98V64H96V74.98C96 100.4 106.1 124.9 124.1 142.9z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"uagb-ifb-title-wrap\"><h3 class=\"uagb-ifb-title\">Legal Compliance<\/h3><\/div><p class=\"uagb-ifb-desc\">The OVSD\u2019s fees might violate California laws, leaving homeowners at risk. Navigating these legalities can be complicated without proper guidance and resources.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-d9d3793e\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-info-box uagb-block-b6e451a1 uagb-infobox__content-wrap  uagb-infobox-icon-above-title uagb-infobox-image-valign-top\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-content\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-icon-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M288 256C288 273.7 273.7 288 256 288C238.3 288 224 273.7 224 256C224 238.3 238.3 224 256 224C273.7 224 288 238.3 288 256zM112 256C112 176.5 176.5 112 256 112C335.5 112 400 176.5 400 256C400 335.5 335.5 400 256 400C176.5 400 112 335.5 112 256zM256 336C300.2 336 336 300.2 336 256C336 211.8 300.2 176 256 176C211.8 176 176 211.8 176 256C176 300.2 211.8 336 256 336zM512 256C512 397.4 397.4 512 256 512C114.6 512 0 397.4 0 256C0 114.6 114.6 0 256 0C397.4 0 512 114.6 512 256zM256 64C149.1 64 64 149.1 64 256C64 362 149.1 448 256 448C362 448 448 362 448 256C448 149.1 362 64 256 64z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"uagb-ifb-title-wrap\"><h3 class=\"uagb-ifb-title\">Community Impact<\/h3><\/div><p class=\"uagb-ifb-desc\">Excessive fees discourage many from creating ADUs. This not only exacerbates housing shortages but also impacts community growth and diversity.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-3f5037c0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-info-box uagb-block-8333faa2 uagb-infobox__content-wrap  uagb-infobox-icon-above-title uagb-infobox-image-valign-top\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-content\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-icon-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M336 0h-288C22.38 0 0 22.38 0 48v416C0 489.6 22.38 512 48 512h288c25.62 0 48-22.38 48-48v-416C384 22.38 361.6 0 336 0zM64 208C64 199.2 71.2 192 80 192h32C120.8 192 128 199.2 128 208v32C128 248.8 120.8 256 112 256h-32C71.2 256 64 248.8 64 240V208zM64 304C64 295.2 71.2 288 80 288h32C120.8 288 128 295.2 128 304v32C128 344.8 120.8 352 112 352h-32C71.2 352 64 344.8 64 336V304zM224 432c0 8.801-7.199 16-16 16h-128C71.2 448 64 440.8 64 432v-32C64 391.2 71.2 384 80 384h128c8.801 0 16 7.199 16 16V432zM224 336c0 8.801-7.199 16-16 16h-32C167.2 352 160 344.8 160 336v-32C160 295.2 167.2 288 176 288h32C216.8 288 224 295.2 224 304V336zM224 240C224 248.8 216.8 256 208 256h-32C167.2 256 160 248.8 160 240v-32C160 199.2 167.2 192 176 192h32C216.8 192 224 199.2 224 208V240zM320 432c0 8.801-7.199 16-16 16h-32c-8.799 0-16-7.199-16-16v-32c0-8.801 7.201-16 16-16h32c8.801 0 16 7.199 16 16V432zM320 336c0 8.801-7.199 16-16 16h-32c-8.799 0-16-7.199-16-16v-32C256 295.2 263.2 288 272 288h32C312.8 288 320 295.2 320 304V336zM320 240C320 248.8 312.8 256 304 256h-32C263.2 256 256 248.8 256 240v-32C256 199.2 263.2 192 272 192h32C312.8 192 320 199.2 320 208V240zM320 144C320 152.8 312.8 160 304 160h-224C71.2 160 64 152.8 64 144v-64C64 71.2 71.2 64 80 64h224C312.8 64 320 71.2 320 80V144z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"uagb-ifb-title-wrap\"><h3 class=\"uagb-ifb-title\">Limited Resources<\/h3><\/div><p class=\"uagb-ifb-desc\">Homeowners lack accessible legal resources to combat unfair charges. This creates a significant barrier to justice and homeowner empowerment within our community.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-0eac9d34 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-a593d4bb\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-0bb90263\"><div class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Your Voice Matters<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-1bd8f88d\"><h2 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Join Us in the Fight Against Unjust Fees<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-buttons uagb-buttons__outer-wrap uagb-btn__default-btn uagb-btn-tablet__default-btn uagb-btn-mobile__default-btn uagb-block-33d3c91e\"><div class=\"uagb-buttons__wrap uagb-buttons-layout-wrap \">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-buttons-child uagb-buttons__outer-wrap uagb-block-38351fb0 wp-block-button\"><div 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