City of Concord, CA

01/10/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/10/2025 15:51

Concord Launches ADU Rebate Program

The City of Concord has launched a rebate program that will provide up to $15,000 to property owners who apply to build an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) on their property. The rebates will be provided on a first-come, first serve basis while funds last, and applications must be submitted prior to Sept. 30, 2026 to be considered for the program.

The funds were provided through a $277,226 grant to the City of Concord by the California Housing Finance Agency to incentivize housing production, including low-income housing. This is part of a $2.5 million initiative to facilitate the construction of hundreds of ADUs in the East Bay.

Concord's recently updated and approved Housing Element identifies the need for the City to plan for the addition of 5,000 more housing units of all types by 2031.

"We are grateful for these state funds to support our efforts to encourage the production of new housing," Mayor Carlyn Obringer said. "I urge our community to take advantage of this fantastic opportunity, which will not only generate more affordable housing, but will ultimately spur economic growth."

Low-Income Restricted ADUs (20-year property deed restriction required):

  • $15,000 for units smaller than 500 square feet
  • $10,000 for units 501-750 square feet
  • $5,000 for units 751-1,000 square feet

Non-Restricted ADUs:

  • $7,500 for units smaller than 500 square feet
  • $5,000 for units 501-750 square feet
  • $2,500 for units 751-1,000 square feet

No rebates will be offered for units larger than 1,000 square feet.

If approved, the rebate will be reserved for the applicant, but it is not paid until the ADU is complete and the building permit is finalized. The building permit must be issued within six months from the rebate application date, and the ADU construction must be complete, and the building permit finalized within 18 months of the permit being issued; otherwise, the rebate will be forfeited.

In addition to the rebate program, the City of Concord has made it easier for property owners to launch their ADU project by offering free, pre-approved ADU plans, which are available on the City's website.

Learn more at: www.cityofconcord.org/ADU