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Here is Why You Should Build an ADU in Los Angeles
Cities all throughout California are encouraging the development of ADUs, and it is no surprise why. As of 2020, there were around 161,548 people experiencing homelessness on any given day in California. In Los Angeles County alone, there were 66,433 (a 12.7% increase...
$40k ADU Grant: CalHFA Grant Program Explained
If you are looking to build an ADU as a low-to-moderate-income homeowner, you are in luck. The California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA) has created the CalHFA ADU grant that allows low-income California homeowners the opportunity to access up to $40,000 towards ADU...
What Is a Junior ADU? Advantages & Disadvantages
Additional dwelling units (ADUs) have become powerful tools for homeowners to gain extra living space on their property. An ADU can be a great way to bring in extra income, house family members, or use it as a personal office. We know what an ADU is, but what is a...
7 Reasons Why Garage Conversions Are A Good Idea In California
Many homeowners are starting to learn about the benefits of ADUs but are not sure what type will work best for them. They have reservations about moving ahead with an ADU project because they are unsure of the benefits or whether they need one. For most homeowners who...
SB9 Summary: 2022 Update
As many of you may know, the new senate bill 9 (SB9) went into effect in January 2022. Since then, cities and counties in California have begun implementing the law in different ways. Some have welcomed it, while others have found ways to restrict it as much as...
ADU Rent Control: 3 Main Factors In California
With the housing supply diminishing, many cities have encouraged ADU development to offset this crisis. As a result, many people have begun building and renting out ADUs to help provide houses to low-income families and make some extra income for themselves during the...
7 Best Ways To Use ADUs: From Living Space To Art Studio
Ever wonder what an ADU can do for you? If you have, you are a part of the growing number of people considering ADU Development in several states, including California. As such a versatile tool, how can an ADU be used to benefit your needs? Well, there are quite a few...
Must Know Differences: ADU, Tiny Home, Backyard Home & Guest Home
Additional dwelling units have been rapidly growing in popularity over the years. In 2020, The Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (FHLMC) identified 1.4 million properties in the U.S. with ADUs. Growing at a popularity rate of 8.6% a year means that number has...
ADU Size Limits in California: Minimum & Maximum ADU Sizes
The development of ADUs in California has been on the rise. As a state battling homelessness with a housing production rate well below the rate of demand, ADUs offer a way to increase the housing supply in a way that is beyond traditional housing construction....
ADU Zoning Explained: ADU Zoning Laws
Are you looking to build an Accessory Dwelling Unit but are uncertain what ADU zoning laws are? You are not alone. Many people wonder what ADU zoning is and how it applies to them. ADU zoning laws provide rules about the type of ADU that can be built on your property....
Where To Start Your ADU In 4 Steps
If you are thinking about developing an ADU, also known as an additional dwelling unit, the first question that comes to your mind is; where do I start? Knowing where to start can be difficult with such a large list of things to complete. You will need to...
ADU in Los Angeles: A Complete Guide for 2022
Are you a California homeowner considering building an Accessory Dwelling Unit? You might be wondering what an ADU is, if it’s the right investment for you, and what the steps are to constructing an income producing unit on your property. You know the saying: “There’s...