Types of ADUs: Their Uses and Benefits
ADU TYPES All ADUs are self-contained living spaces with a sleeping area, a kitchen, and a bathroom. Before the use of this technical term Accessory Dwelling Unit, ADUs have had many names over the years like granny flat, carriage house, pool house, garden cottage, and basement apartment. Extended family, servants, caregivers and the […]
Planning Your ADU: Steps For Getting it Right
If you are thinking about building an ADU, you may have many questions about how to get started. Planning your ADU can be overwhelming with so many options, but we are here to help starting with these main considerations we discus below. Site EvaluationFirst look at your property for possible ADU locations. Possible locations could […]
Should I Convert My Garage to an ADU?
Converting your garage adds about 400 square foot of living space that can be used in a variety of ways – one of the being an ADU. Whether you intend to house family, have a separate office space or use it for a rental income there are a few things you should know […]