What is an ADU?
Accessory Dwelling Unit
Welcome to H&M Building Services, your trusted San Diego General Contractor! We specialize in helping you navigate the process of building an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) on your property. Whether you're looking to create a cozy space for family or generate rental income, we're here to guide you every step the way. From understanding the benefits of ADUs to the construction phase, team is dedicated to making your vision a reality. Let’s get started on enhancing your property today!
The Process
Assessment
Building an Accessory Dw Unit (ADU) begins with a crucial step, which is part of our three-part contract with your San Diego General Contractor During this process, we evaluate the feasibility and legality of constructing an ADU on your property by examining zoning laws, model code requirements, and necessary permits. We take measurements of your existing home and provide a simple sketch of the proposed plot plan. This assessment costs $1900.00 and helps prevent costly mistakes, ensuring your investment is protected moving forward with blueprints.
Design
Welcome to the next step in your ADU journey! Once we confirm that building an ADU on your lot in San Diego is feasible, we’ll move forward with a design contract. This crucial phase involves collaborating with an architect and an engineer to create detailed architectural and structural blueprints tailored to your property’s zoning laws and your budget. As your trusted San Diego contractor, we handle all logistics, ensuring we collect the necessary permits and secure city for your project.
Construction
The third and final step in the process is the construction contract. Before construction can begin, it's essential that the city your project, ensuring the site is appropriate for the type of unit you wish to build and that it aligns with the surrounding community's character. Once these approvals secured, you can expect the construction phase to last approximately 3 5 months, though this timeline can vary based factors such as land preparation. As a trusted San Diego General Contractor, understand that variables like leveling a steep slope or demolishing an existing structure can impact the overall construction duration.
Completion
At the heart of our work as a San Diego General Contractor is the commitment to client satisfaction. Before final any project, we conduct an initial inspection the homeowner to identify any areas that may need attention. If there are concerns regarding compliance with contract or specific issues, we’re dedicated to addressing them promptly. Once we've resolved all matters and received approval from both the homeowner and the city, we ensure the ADU is fully complete and ready for use
BEFORE
AFTER
On January1st, 2020, a set of transformative laws were enacted to tackle the housing crisis, making ADU development more accessible than ever. These changes not only simplify the process but also empower homeowners to maximize their properties' potential. Below we outline the four key bills that can significantly benefit you and your aspirations.
ASSEMBLY BILL NO. 881
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No more minimum lot size requirements.
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You're no longer required to replace off-street parking, making garage conversions easy.
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Expedited approval time for ADU permits, 60 days.
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Owner occupancy of the primary residence is no longer imposed in order to build an ADU on your property.
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No additional or increased utility fees.
ASSEMBLY BILL NO. 670
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Prohibits HOA roadblocks on building an ADU on your property.
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Allows and encourages rental of your ADU.
SENATE BILL NO. 13
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Eliminates development impact fees on ADU's smaller than 750 sq. ft. and severely limits these fees on larger ADU's.
ASSEMBLY BILL NO. 68
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Bans single-family zoning, meaning you can now build up to 3 units (an ADU and a junior ADU) on a single-family property lot.