SB 9 Lot Split in Los Angeles (2026): Rules, Eligibility, Process and Costs
An SB 9 lot split can turn one LA lot into two with up to four homes. See 2026 rules, AB 1061 and SB 450 changes, eligibility, the city process and costs.
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An SB 9 lot split can turn one LA lot into two with up to four homes. See 2026 rules, AB 1061 and SB 450 changes, eligibility, the city process and costs.
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