The Nevada County Building Department invites you to attend one of two public meetings on a proposal, also known as Title 25, that would reduce building regulations for rural owner-built homes.
The goal of this proposal is to promote greater flexibility and affordability in housing development and provide a pathway to bring illegal structures into compliance. The County had a similar ordinance in place until 2017.
Some examples of what qualified homeowners that would be exempt under the proposed “Title 25 Limited-Density-Owner-Built Rural Dwellings” ordinance are:
- Installing a roof-mount solar system
- Obtaining engineered construction documents (where snow load is less than 70 pounds per square foot)
- Installing sprinklers when under 1,600-square-feet
Such homeowners would still need to permit a well and septic system. They would also be required to comply with fire safety standards such as including adequate road access and fire-resistant siding and windows. They would also be required to live in the home or have family live in the home for at least two years.
Community Meeting Information
Monday, Nov. 18, 6-7 p.m.
Nevada County Government Center, Board Chambers, 950 Maidu Ave., Nevada City, CA
Thursday, Nov. 21, 6-7 p.m.
Penn Valley Fire Protection District, 10513 Spenceville Rd., Penn Valley, CA
The proposed ordinance can be reviewed at www.nevadacountyca.gov/Title25.
