Los Angeles · Design & Build · Since 2013
Feasibility, design, permits, financing, and construction — one team, one point of contact, from your first call to move-in day. Start with a free 15-minute consultation.
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About ADU Resource Center
Accessory Dwelling Units solve a lot of the problems Angelenos face — housing affordability, rental income, space for loved ones, room to work from home. We've spent 12+ years turning California lots into thoughtful, permitted, move-in-ready ADUs.
One team handles design, permits, financing guidance, and construction so you don't juggle five contractors. Fewer handoffs, clearer accountability, faster timelines.
Looking for an ADU builder in Los Angeles? Compare our licensed ADU contractors, browse ADU floor plans, or start from the city's pre-approved ADU plans to permit faster.
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Pick the path that fits where you are — just exploring, ready to tour, or ready to build.
Why homeowners love us
No pressure. Real answers on what's possible for your property.
We've refined permit paths in LA city and 40+ surrounding municipalities to move projects faster.
Every plan is optimized for usable space and construction cost — no wasted square footage.
All our partner general contractors are licensed and bonded in California.
Design, permits, construction, finishes — one team, one point of contact, start to finish.
Access the financing products that maximize your cash and minimize your monthly payment.
The ADU Process
Four stages. Our team handles each one — you review, approve, and watch it happen.
We determine the ADU type best suited to your property based on lot size, setbacks, existing structures, and zoning — before you spend anything.
You work directly with one of our ADU designers to maximize your space, finishes, and layout — turning your goals into a permit-ready plan.
We help structure the financing and lock a budget that matches your goals — whether that's rental income, family space, or resale upside.
Our licensed, bonded partner contractors handle permits and construction end-to-end. We stay your single point of contact through move-in.
Services
Every LA lot is different. We build all five ADU categories — choose based on your property, goals, and budget.
A detached ADU is a separate building on your lot. It gives you the most privacy and the most design freedom, and it works as a rental, a home for family, or an office.
An attached ADU shares at least one wall with your home. Utility runs are often shorter, and it suits households that want family close by with a separate entrance.
A garage conversion turns your existing garage into legal living space. Reusing the structure can keep the scope smaller, depending on the condition of the slab, walls and roof.
An internal ADU is built inside your existing home, in a basement, an attic or unused rooms. Because it adds no new footprint, the scope of work is often smaller.
ADUs can also be added to duplexes and apartment buildings, by converting unused space or building on the lot. What's allowed depends on the property and the city.
Not sure which ADU is right for your lot?
Book a free on-premise consultation — an ADU specialist walks your property, checks setbacks and zoning, and maps out your best options on the spot.
Service area
600+ projects across the region. From the San Fernando Valley to Orange County — every neighborhood has its own zoning quirks and permit cadence, and we know them all.
Woodland Hills Northridge Van Nuys Encino Sherman Oaks North Hollywood Sunland Burbank Glendale Pasadena Altadena Sierra Madre Arcadia Monrovia San Marino Alhambra Temple City Covina Hollywood Los Angeles Long Beach Anaheim Santa Ana Orange County A sample of the cities we serve across Greater Los Angeles — 600+ projects designed and built.
Los Angeles
Downtown, Hollywood, Westside, South LA, Eagle Rock, Highland Park
San Fernando Valley
Burbank, Glendale, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Tarzana, North Hollywood
San Gabriel Valley
Pasadena, Altadena, Arcadia, Sierra Madre, Monrovia, Claremont
Long Beach
Long Beach, Lakewood, Signal Hill, Bellflower, surrounding South Bay
Orange County
Anaheim, Huntington Beach, La Habra, Fullerton, northern OC
Floor Plans · 39 designs
Studios to 4-bedroom, 350–1,200+ sq ft. All code-compliant, all ready to customize to your lot.
1 Bedroom · 350-400 sqft
1 Bedroom · 400-600 sqft
1 Bedroom · 400-600 sqft
2 Bedrooms · 400-600 sqft
2 Bedrooms · 600-800 sqft
2 Bedrooms · 400-600 sqft
3 Bedrooms · 600-800 sqft
3 Bedrooms · 600-800 sqft
No showcased plans in this bedroom count. Browse all 39 →
Every plan in our library is permit-ready and customizable. Pick your favorite — we'll adapt it to your lot.
Browse all 39 plans →Our team · 19 people
Designers, project captains, and ops people in Los Angeles who know exactly how your city permits things. You'll meet at least three of them during your project.
Danny J.
Director of Sales
Vick G.
IT Manager
Shaun S.
Operations Manager
Reza K.
Project Captain
Anahita K.
ADU Designer
Harvi
ADU Designer
Vardan
ADU Designer
Ervin
ADU Designer
Ehsan
ADU Designer
Emin
ADU General Contractor
Jack O.
Office Manager
Mike C.
ADU Project Manager
Mike V.
ADU Project Manager
Steve G.
ADU Project Manager
Adam
ADU Project Manager
Daniel
ADU Project Manager
Jason
ADU Project Manager
Diego
ADU Project Manager
Alex
ADU Project Manager
Recent Projects
From Burbank garage conversions to Pasadena detached ADUs — see how our designs come to life.
Modern Poolside ADU in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Mediterranean ADU in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Modern Pool House ADU in Glendale, CA
Glendale, CA
Craftsman ADU in Monrovia, CA
Monrovia, CA
Modern Detached ADU in Glendale, CA
Glendale, CA
Modern Pool House ADU in Sierra Madre, CA
Sierra Madre, CA
ADU Financing
ADU-specific financing products unlock cash based on future rental income — not just your current equity. We work with lenders who understand the product.
Learn about ADU financing →HELOC
Home equity line against your current home.
ADU-specific construction loans
Pull equity based on future rental value, not current.
Cash-out refinance
Replace your current loan, bank the difference for the build.
Government grants (pilot programs)
State grants up to $40K for qualifying homeowners.
What clients say
“They handled everything — design, permits, construction. Our detached ADU in Burbank went from lot survey to move-in-ready in under a year. We're already renting it out.”
Resources
ADU
In an era marked by soaring housing costs and increasing demand for flexible living spaces, Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) have emerged as a cost-effective solution to address these challenges. An…
ADU Types
A detached ADU is a separate backyard building; an attached ADU shares a wall with your house. This guide compares privacy, construction, cost drivers and local rules, and how to decide which one fits your LA lot.
Construction
An accessory dwelling unit can add living space, house family or bring in rent, but it also costs real money and takes yard or garage space. An LA design-build team goes through the pros and cons.
Common Questions
Got something not on the list? Ask during your free consultation.
At our flat rates, a garage conversion is about $56K–$137K (240–480 sq ft at $235–$285/sq ft) and a new attached or detached ADU about $83K–$390K (300–1,200 sq ft at $275–$325/sq ft), depending on size and finish level. Most LA ADUs land between roughly $150K and $325K. We give you a property-specific estimate in 48 hours, free.
Typical range is 9–14 months from first consultation to move-in ready: 4–8 weeks for design, 10–20 weeks for permits, and 5–8 months for construction. We've streamlined the permit path in LA to move as fast as the city allows.
We serve all of LA plus surrounding areas — Burbank, Pasadena, Glendale, Long Beach, the Valley, and OC border cities. Ask during your consultation whether we cover your specific location.
Yes. California law allows short-term or long-term rental of ADUs in most jurisdictions. We can walk you through rental projections based on your neighborhood.
We do. Our team submits and manages all city and utility permits on your behalf. Your job is to review and approve — ours is to navigate the bureaucracy.
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Free consultation with our Los Angeles team. Honest answers on feasibility, cost, and timeline — zero obligation.
