Your Backyard, Your Bonus: Build a Cupertino ADU with Apex Homes

Apex Homes designed and built pre-approved ADU homes in Cupertino. Using city codes and regulations, we help homeowners unlock the potential of their property. This allows them to create extra living space, rental income, and multigenerational housing in as little as five months.

 

What is an ADU and the Benefits?

An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is a secondary housing unit built on a single-family or multi-family lot. ADUs in Cupertino offer homeowners numerous advantages:

 

Increase Housing Supply in High-Demand Areas

• Adds rental units for passive income
• Provide housing options in desirable neighborhoods
• Help combat the housing shortage

 

Empowers Homeowners to Build Wealth 

• Create supplemental rental income ($3,000-$4,000 / month for a 2B2B unit)
• Build multigenerational housing for family
• Increase property value by maximizing lot use

 

Streamlined Approval Process

• Pre-Approved ADU plan allow faster permitting (often 60-90 days)
• Reduced design and engineering fees
• Predictable compliance with city rules

 

Reduces Development Barriers

• No rezoning required for single-family lots
• Consistent rules across the city
• Minimizes delays and cost

 

Supports Smart Infill Development 

• Uses existing infrastructure (roads, utilities, sewer)
• Encourages walkable, sustainable communities
• Higher density without sprawl

 

Supports More Affordable Housing 

• Smaller units provide naturally affordable options
• Expands access to high-demand neighborhoods
• Supports small-scale builder and homeowners

 

Understanding ADU Rules in Cupertino

Single-family lots in Cupertino can host up to one detached ADU and one JADU if the detached ADU is 800 square feet or smaller. Larger detached or attached ADUs allow only one unit, while JADUs are limited to 500 square feet. Multi-family properties can build up to two detached ADUs and one JADU. Setbacks, height restrictions, and unit separation rules ensure that ADUs integrate seamlessly into the neighborhood while meeting all safety and zoning requirements.

 

Can You Build and ADU in Your Backyard?

Most homeowners in Cupertino are eligible to build an ADU, as long as their property meets certain requirements, The lot must be in a residential or multi-family zone and cannot be located in a historic district or in areas with high fire risk, hazardous waste, earthquake fault zones, or floodplains. In addition, an ADU project cannot remove or alter deed-restricted housing or homes that are currently occupied. If you are not sure whether your property qualifies, Apex Homes offers free consultations to help you review your lot and explore the best ADU options for you.

Check the Pre-Approved ADU Floor Plans in Cupertino