Lilypad Homes is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization that serves the community in two key ways. We develops accessory dwelling units on residential properties including: cottages homes, garage conversions, as well as repurposing spare rooms into private living spaces . These customized plans for homes provide a reliable source of additional income, increase property values and meet individual needs for housing loved ones, caregivers, and people who work in the community. Lilypad is establishing legislation, financing and educational programs to accelerate the development of this housing model that makes both renting and owning a home in California more affordable. It sponsored a bill for Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit (JADU), authored by Assm. Tony Thurmond that passed overwhelmingly into state law in 2016, making the conversion of bedrooms easily and inexpensively permitted. A template model ordinance is available through the organization.