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There are lots of good reasons to build an ADU on your property if you are a homeowner. Let us build you one of our ADUs in your backyard. We know how to make them meet the lasted sanctioned Bills. The fact that it’s a secondary housing unit—rather than a given structural form—is what defines a Ground-Up ADU.
Ground-Up ADU or New Construction ADU
Both terms are often referred to when an ADU arises from a new construction detached or attached to the primary residence.
This type of ADU is exciting for those properties with free space since the government allows them to build up to 1200 square feet and, in some cases, up to 2000. It is an excellent way to raise the property’s price considering a possible future sale. The buyer has the attractiveness that can obtain an income through the ADU rental that, in most cases, can cover the mortgage price.
It is not possible to sell this new construction separately from the house except in some particular cases. It is known that the government is working on reviewing the laws to evaluate whether allowing it would be convenient to face the problem of the housing crisis.
Build an ADU in your backyard
Why Now is a good moment?
California laws permit two ADUs on a residential property… one full ADU and one JADU. There is not a requirement on minimum lot size, though a new ADU must have a setback of at least 4′ from the side and rear yards.
You can build a detached ADU of up to 1200 sqft and 24′ tall without any local discretionary approvals. If a municipality creates a more specific ADU ordinance, it still must allow an ADU of up to 850 sqft or 1,000 sqft for an ADU that contains two or more bedrooms.
Requirements
WHAT ABOUT ADU REQUIREMENTS IN SAN DIEGO?
There are currently available pre-approved 1200, 1000, 800, and 600 Sqft ADU building plans by North San Diego County, which facilitates and speeds up the times for obtaining construction permits and reduces individual costs associated with the presentation of all the necessary papers before starting construction.
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The Advantage of the county standard ADU building plans
1200 SQFT – 3 BEDROOM, 1 BATH
The best option if you are looking for an environment for each member of the house. With this arrangement, it would be possible for a typical family composed of a couple with two children to have their private room.
1200 SQFT – 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH
Sometimes families tend to be smaller. In that case, this option prioritized larger spaces and the possibility of having an outdoor living room with a pergola.
1200 SQFT – 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH
Although spacious rooms are well valued, there are families in which the need to have more than one bathroom prevails. In that case, this option is ideal, especially since the main bedroom has its private bathroom.
1000 SQFT – 1 BEDROOM, 1.5 BATH
For a couple with active social life, it is an ideal option. It has a private bathroom in the bedroom and a toilet for visitors or when the other member uses the private bathroom. The spacious and open environments are also remarkable.
800 SQFT – 1 BEDROOM, 1 BATH
A good option when there is not enough space to build, but the division of environments is prioritized so that the room is closed. For a couple, this is vital to have those moments of privacy.
600 SQFT – 1 BEDROOM, 1 BATH
The modest but no less attractive option. It allows you to save on construction due to its reduced dimensions and be a good option for a single person who values open spaces without sacrificing comfort.