What Distinguishes YIGBY Advisors

Thanks to California’s SB 4 (Yes In God’s Backyard), faith institutions and private colleges can now build affordable housing on their property with ministerial rights. Here’s how YIGBY Advisors can help.

Star with solid fill Subject Matter Expertise in SB 4

California Senate Bill 4 (Gov. Code § 65913.16) is the entire focus of our firm—the eligibility rules, the statutory requirements, and how to use them to deliver a project on time and on budget.

Star with solid fill We Represent ONLY the Church 

We serve as your owner’s representative and sit on your side of the table—from the first feasibility study through the Certificate of Occupancy. We answer to the church, not the developer.

Star with solid fill  Transparent Pricing 

Our fees are disclosed in plain language, in writing, before you sign anything: no hidden markups, no surprise charges. You always know exactly what you are paying and why.

Star with solid fill  Fidelity to the Law’s Intent 

SB 4 was written to help faith institutions build housing while keeping their land and protecting their mission. Every deal we structure honors that intent by ensuring the terms protect our client’s interests and rights.

Star with solid fill  Your Land Stays Yours   

You never sell. Every YA project uses a ground-lease structure, so your congregation retains full ownership of its land—permanently—while the housing serves those most in need in your community.

Star with solid fill  BIPOC-Led Advantage   

As a BIPOC-led firm, we can unlock access to dedicated tax-credit allocation opportunities designed for BIPOC-led development teams—additional value that benefits the church and the project as a whole.