ADU Project Development
Resolve the big questions before full design.
Project development connects your goals with what the site, budget and approval process can support.
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A property-first scope
Review available records, existing structures, access and utilities. Identify the proposed ADU type and what needs professional confirmation. A feasibility review helps define the next paid phase; it is not an approved construction plan.
Coordinate the right professionals
Some projects need surveys, architectural services, structural engineering or specialized studies. Clarify who provides each service, the deliverable, the fee and how findings will be shared.
Make a decision with the information
Compare concept choices, major constraints and budget assumptions. Decide whether to proceed, revise or pause before spending on detailed documents. Request a written development scope and discuss financing separately if needed.
Start with the California ADU Handbook.
The March 2026 edition covers statewide ADU and JADU planning topics. Download the 55-page PDF free, with no signup required.
Bring the plan back to your property.
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