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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...

Determining whether or not your accessory dwelling unit (ADU) needs a septic system is one of the least glamorous parts of the design and build process for your guest house. While many people have a general idea of what a septic system is, the details of what exactly...

As savvy homeowners and investors continually seek ways to optimize their real estate assets, Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) have emerged as a compelling solution. This edition of our newsletter dives into the financial benefits of adding an ADU to your property,...

Hey SoCal Homeowners! Ever dream of more space or some extra income? Living in Southern California is amazing, but sometimes you just need a little more room to breathe. Maybe you’ve got a growing family, aging parents you’d love to have closer, or just dream of a...