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Planning an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re starting from scratch.Fortunately, Youtube has become one of the bes...

“ADU” is an umbrella term that covers four legally distinct types of construction, and the type you choose determines your budget, timeline, an...

“Casita” is a term homeowners often search before they even know “ADU” is the legal name for what they’re picturing. In Calif...

California’s building code sets specific, measurable requirements for what legally counts as a bedroom, and it has nothing to do with the size labels...

A soil report is one of the most overlooked line items in an ADU budget. Skip it, or underestimate what it costs, and it can catch homeowners off guard par...

Homeowners researching backyard homes in California often use “ADU” and “JADU” as if they mean the same thing. They don’t. Th...

Planning an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) involves countless design decisions, but none are more important than the kitchen.More than just a place to cook...

Homeownership in the Bay Area comes with a unique advantage: the opportunity to create more value from the property you already own.Instead of navigating ...

For many Bay Area homeowners considering building an accessory dwelling unit (ADU), the real question is whether building an ADU for a parent, adult child,...