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If you’ve been thinking about adding more space, generating rental income, or creating a long-term living solution for family, 2026 is a great time to build an ADU. Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) continue to be one of the most flexible and value-adding upgrades a...

In Southern California, space is gold—and housing is even more precious. That’s why Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) have gone from “nice idea” to “must-consider” for a ton of homeowners in Ventura and Los Angeles County. Think: A backyard guest house for family A...

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) turn underused space into real value. Whether it’s a backyard cottage, over-garage studio, or a sleek garage conversion, an ADU adds livable square footage, flexibility, and long-term financial upside — all without moving. 1) Real...

California homeowners are discovering one of the smartest ways to add value, flexibility, and income potential to their properties: the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU). At Experts in ADU, we specialize in guiding homeowners through every step of the process — from...

An accessory dwelling unit (ADU) is a secondary housing unit, with a full kitchen (sink, refrigerator, cooking appliance, counters and cabinet storage) and bath, typically found on a single-family residential lot. The term “accessory dwelling unit” is the most...

2025 ADU legislation ushers in a game‑changing era.  Property owners with multi-family buildings can build up to 8 detached ADUs, based on their existing units. The permit process has become much faster with pre-approved plans that take just 30-60 days. The 2025 ADU...

Building an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) on your property involves connecting to the existing water, sewer, and gas lines. Understanding the various ADU plumbing regulations and upgrades required can be a complex process. In this guide, we’ll break down the different...

On January 8, 2025, a wildfire devastated Pacific Palisades, destroying 4.6 square miles and leaving around 10,000 structures in ruins. Homeowners facing this catastrophic loss now face the daunting challenge of traditional rebuilding, a process that typically takes...

Owning an accessory dwelling unit can be an overwhelming process. With considerations such as managing tenants who will be living in close proximity to you, laws impacting the unit differing from other rental properties, and more, things can get complicated quickly....

California’s ADU boom is in full swing, with over 80,000 units approved since 2016—and now, it’s easier than ever to build one. New laws in 2024 have removed owner-occupancy rules, fast-tracked permits to 60 days, and expanded financing options, including up...

Building an ADU will raise your property taxes due to the increased value of your property, but not as much as you may imagine. The good news is that in California adding an ADU does not trigger a property tax reassessment of the existing main home. Only the ADU...

Curious about how many ADUs you can build on a multifamily property in California? We’ve reviewed the latest multifamily ADU rules under SB 1211 to help guide you. More than a dozen of our ADU projects in progress or completed include multiple units. See our projects...