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California ADU Building Rules: 10 Essential Regulations (2025)
California's housing crisis has never been more urgent, but there's a powerful solution right in your backyard. With home prices reaching historic highs—where only 15% of California households can afford the median-priced home1—Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) have...
Why Smart Homeowners Choose ADU West Coast for Their Boxabl Home Design
ADU West Coast - Authorized Dealer of Boxabl helps homeowners skip the long waiting lines, with over 190,000 people currently on the reservation list for a Boxabl Casita. The ongoing housing crisis continues to affect millions of Americans, but innovative solutions...
ADU Design Principles That Actually Work: A Builder’s Honest Guide
ADU Design Principles can turn tiny spaces into comfortable homes. The main challenge lies in their size - ADUs range from 300 to 1,200 square feet, which makes every inch count. Our experience building dozens of these compact dwellings has taught us that smart design...
From Ashes to ADUs: Smart Rebuilding Solutions for Pacific Palisades Homes
The January 8, 2025 Pacific Palisades wildfire carved a devastating path through the community, decimating 4.6 square miles and leaving approximately 10,000 structures in ruins. Homeowners facing this catastrophic loss now confront the daunting prospect of traditional...
ADU vs JADU: A Clear Guide to Making the Smart Choice
The most important cost difference between ADU vs JADU construction might catch many homeowners off guard. A standard ADU typically costs between $200,000 to $400,000. JADUs need only $50,000 to $90,000, which makes them an appealing choice for homeowners watching...
Does Your California Property Qualify for an ADU?
California’s ADU boom is in full swing, with over 80,000 units approved since 2016—and now, it’s easier than ever to build one. New laws in 2024 have removed owner-occupancy rules, fast-tracked permits to 60 days, and expanded financing options, including up to...
Building an ADU in California? Here’s Everything You Need to Know
California’s housing landscape is evolving, and Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) have emerged as a transformative solution to the state’s housing challenges. Whether you’re a homeowner looking to increase your property’s value, generate rental income, or simply create...
Streamline Construction Projects with Buildertrend: The Ultimate Tool for Builders in California
In the fast-paced construction industry, where market analysts predict exceptional growth for construction management software, with projections reaching $23.9 billion by 2031; precision and efficiency are critical, a reliable project management tool can make all the...
How the California ADU Handbook is Changing in 2025
ADU approvals have become more efficient. Local agencies must process ADU applications within 60 days - a rule that now has stronger enforcement. Any application denial must come with detailed explanations and suggestions to improve. California's cities and...