Yes, you can! As per the new 2020 ADU construction rules & guidelines of the California state, a single-family residence can now build two separate ADUs on a property, provided one being a Regular ADU and the other one a JADU. For that, you need to obtain all the local city permits & approvals from the municipality and from the government Building & Safety Department, by submitting all the master-plan and floor layout design.
As a certified & licensed ADU builders in Los Angeles, Jay Remodeling can help design and construct an accessory dwelling unit, either by converting your old garage or by building a new unit in the backyard from scratch. Since we’re a specialist in attached, detached, garage converted and above-the garage ADU construction, we make the whole process look seamless and easy. And, with the flexibility in the ADU compliance rules, a fully detached backyard cottage or an attached Granny Flat is now a reality. The maximum size limit of an ADU is 1200 sq. ft. for an attached unit whereas the minimum limit is 500 sq. ft for a Junior ADU (JADU).
You need to understand here that zoning laws dictate the type of ADU that you want to build. If your lot is zoned for a single family residential use, you can easily build and rent an accessory dwelling unit, even if your local association prohibits it. An ADU requires a permit to be built, but it totally depends on the state laws and local city laws. But, in a majority of cases you’re allowed to construct an ADU on your zoned property in Los Angeles, CA.
One of the biggest advantages or benefits of having an accessory dwelling unit at your property is increased dwelling space for your growing family size. One such ADU can be used to accommodate new family members or guests coming to stay with you. It can be your in-laws, grandparents or children. So, having a Granny Flat or an in-law suite can best serve the purpose of additional residential space. Secondly, it helps increase the resale value of your aging property, as home buyers look for an extra amount of accommodation area. It can also be used as a source of income, by renting out the ADU.
Other benefits include converting an old garage into a fully-functional home-office from where you can work in a secluded manner, without anyone disturbing you. Of all the benefits described above, it is extra square footage that matters the most. This is because when a family is growing in size, it requires additional dwelling area to live comfortably and luxuriously. So, having an ADU in your backyard or converting it from an attached garage, well serves the desired purpose.
Let’s learn about the different types of accessory dwelling units that you can build on your property for maximizing your dwelling space. Here are the different styles and designs of ADUs that you can construct for getting access to that extra square footage for a spacious lifestyle.
| Attached ADU | Conjoined with the existing unit |
|---|---|
| Detached ADU | Fully separate from the main unit |
| Basement Conversion ADU | Converting basements to new dwelling |
| Junior ADU | In the size of 450-500 sq. ft. |
| Above-the-garage ADU | Building over the existing garage |
| Garage conversion ADU | By converting an unused garage |
Without a doubt! Having an accessory dwelling unit built at a property can increase the resale value of home by almost two-three folds. It is well worth the investment made, as it is most likely to recoup the cost at the earliest. Recent trends and statistics in the US reveal that more than 75% of southern California homes have ADUs and it is helping them fetch the best returns and asking price for their property, when planning to sell it.
It is proven that an ADU or a Granny Flat can increase the resale value of an existing property by almost 50-60%. As prospective home buyers look for additional space, having an accessory dwelling unit or a JADU can improve your bargaining power. Any new construction performed by ADU builders like us, helps in increasing the property’s existing value by almost double the present valuation. This is the only reason why a lot of homeowners are now considering building an ADU to earn a huge Return On Investment (ROI) in a short span of time.
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Absolutely! You must have a permit from the local municipality or the Building & Safety Department for building an ADU at your property, without which the new construction would be deemed illegal. Permits are issued, after you submit the design-plan for approval.
It usually takes anywhere between 60-120 days to get the design-plan approved and the local permits issued from the municipality and the building & safety department. It depends how flawlessly the ADU master-plan has been designed.
Under the California state law, the maximum size limit for an attached ADU is 1200 sq. ft. or limited to half the size of the existing residence, whichever is smaller. Detached ADUs can be bigger in size.
As long as it fits in the property, a garage conversion is always viable. It can be an attached or a detached garage converted into a spacious, self-sufficient and an independent dwelling unit. Either a full family suite or a master bedroom with a bath & kitchen.
