Explore real-life examples of how homeowners turned backyards into high-earning assets. Our ADU Projects & Case Studies page breaks down designs, budgets, timelines, and rental results in clear language—giving you practical insights to plan your own build with confidence.
Adding detached accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in California is no longer just for single-family lots. State law now lets multifamily owners build up to two detached ADUs, provided each structure meets basic height, setback, and fire‐safety rules.
A detached accessory dwelling unit (ADU) under 600 square feet is fully legal in the City of Decatur, Georgia. Local zoning allows one ADU per residential lot, and the maximum size for a detached unit is currently 800 sq ft, so this 599 sq ft project is comfortably within code
Converting an attached front-facing garage gave the homeowners an easy path to add a small, income-generating apartment without touching their backyard.
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A dusty garage became a stylish apartment, over $24,000 in yearly income, and more than $200,000 in fresh equity—all within eight months and for roughly the price of a new pickup truck.
In early 2022 a young couple bought a modest three-bedroom house on a quiet street in North Hills, just west of Northridge. They loved the neighborhood but knew the monthly mortgage would push their budget to the edge.
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