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Guides on costs, permits, financing, and floor plans — plus stories from real ADU builds.
Learn what a site plan must include and how to create one for permit approval. Compare DIY, online services, and a licensed surveyor.
Preapproved ADU plans cut permit time and design fees in California. See how the Standard Plan Program works and what site work you still need.
Compare attached and detached ADUs in California: size caps, 4-foot setbacks, JADUs, costs, and the permit steps to plan your build.
Explore modern ADU designs from 200 to 1,000 sq ft, plus prefab options, costs, and the steps to build your own backyard unit.
Backyard tiny house, tiny home, and small house plans from 150–300 sq ft. Permit rules, prefab options, and design ideas — start planning yours today.
Explore L-shaped ADU floor plans from 410 to 1,000 sq ft. See layouts, California impact-fee tips, roof options, and how to pick the right plan.
California AB 2533 lets you legalize a pre-2020 unpermitted ADU. See eligibility, the safety check, fees, and 60-day approval.
A guide to carriage houses: their history, design, zoning rules, and costs. Learn how converting one can boost property value and add flexible space.
Practical backyard cabin ideas covering style, materials, layout, and permits. Learn how to design a compact, comfortable outdoor retreat.
Prefab ADUs arrive built off-site for a faster setup.
