“Zero-Zone” Defensible Space Requirements
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In San Diego there are approximately 1,400,000 housing units (2024). Of that number slightly less that 50% are owner occupied.
Of the 750,000 rentals approximately half are insitution, REITand owned by large national apartment companies, e.g Garden Communites, The Irvine Company, Avalon Properties etc. and investment syndicates.
That leaves approximately 350,000 privately owned rentals of which slightly less than 50% are ‘owner operated’ where the owner-investor selects to self managed as the owner.
The number of housing units are increasing as ‘in fill pojects’ become viable and approved with financial incentives to developers.
Multiple high rises have been constructed downtown and in mid-city from Bankers Hill through Northpark, Southpark, Golden Hills, Hillcrest, University Heights, Normal Heights, Kensington to the College area.
Mission Valley has also seen multiple large apartment complexes in recent years.
City officials have approved ADU’s (alternative dwelling units (lose standing) and JADU ‘s (attached to main house) and subdivision of lots with seperate homes and title
Apartment complex
Typically larger size apartment building owned by one owner in a corporation. Multiple units ranging in size typically from 25 to 100 apartments. Multi floor and apartment sizes including studio, one, two and three bedroom. Feature include elevators and basement parking (with automated gates). Front door usualyy secured card access. Amenities include pool, jacuzzi, tennis courts, playground etc. Central large water heaters and individual air conditioners.
Most common and popular are 2 bedroom / 2 bathroom apartments
Condo’s
Lesser density, often two to three story. Condo’s are individually owned and popular as entry level homes and entry into the property market. When these owners are able to upgrade to a single family home they like to keep the condo and rent the condo.
Many condo’s inldue facilities and amenities like pool and clubhouse
Most condo’s are 2 or 3 bedroom / 2 – 2.5 bathroom, patio and or balcony.
Single Family Homes
Here we are referring to a single home on a lot which is typically for one family.
Due to high cost of housing this is often multi-generational with multiple people working and generating income with grand parents taking care of the grand kids.
Home size can be 2 bedroom, typically 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2 car garage with a yard.
Investment Properties
Condo’s or single family homes become rentals when owners upgrade or mov eout of state for work and keep the property as an investment to rent.
Often when parents pass away, the kids inherit the home, but already own a palce of there own (could also be out of state) and decide to rent the property
Town homes
Communication is essential to the effective management of your homeowner association. Board members are also homeowners, and it can be uncomfortable to collect overdue assessments or issue fines when you’re dealing with your neighbors.
Let us lead the way when it comes to responding to homeowners, managing conflicts, and answering questions. We’re very good at sharing information and educating community members. We’ll communicate responsibilities, regulations, and expectations.
Think of us as your liaison.
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Louis Swanepoel, a dedicated and results-driven property manager, brings over a decade of experience in managing residential and commercial properties with a focus on maximizing value for owners while ensuring tenant satisfaction.
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