Napa County is dangling a hefty financial incentive in front of local homeowners who have been toying with the idea of a backyard unit. The county will host an in-person information session on its Affordable ADU Forgivable Loan Program next Thursday, April 30, at Napa City Hall. Officials say the program is designed to cover a major chunk of construction costs for accessory dwelling units, with an eye toward creating more affordable rentals. The session is geared toward homeowners in all cities and the unincorporated county who may be willing to rent ADUs to income-qualified tenants.
County staff say the forgivable loans range from about $60,000 up to $105,000, depending on unit size and project details, and that the full amount can be forgiven if all program rules are followed over a five-year affordability term. “This program is a practical way for homeowners to be part of the solution to Napa County’s housing challenges,” Jennifer Palmer, Napa County Director of Housing and Community Services, said. As outlined by Napa County, the…..