Most owners build an ADU, then scramble to find a manager. With us, the handoff is already built in. We know the unit from day one.
We know every Bay Area jurisdiction's ADU rules — setbacks, height limits, utility requirements, and approval timelines.
Pre-screened general contractors with ADU-specific experience across San Jose, Palo Alto, Mountain View, and beyond.
Your ADU goes from construction to fully leased without a middle step. One relationship from first blueprint to first rent check.
Typical cost distribution for a Bay Area ADU build ($150K — $350K total). Each lot is different; this is a baseline.
Costs vary by city, lot conditions, ADU size, and finish level. Your free assessment delivers a personalized estimate.
Whether you need a trusted contractor or want us to coordinate the entire build, we have a path for you.
We assess your property, understand your goals, and connect you with the right general contractor from our vetted network. You deal directly with the GC from there.
IncludedHands-on homeowners who want a trusted contractor recommendation but prefer to manage the project themselves.
Request Tier 1 →We act as your owner’s representative through the entire build — from permit strategy through final inspection. You approve decisions, we handle coordination.
IncludedFirst-time ADU builders, out-of-area investors, or anyone who wants a trusted advocate overseeing the project from start to finish.
Request Tier 2 →Both tiers end the same way: a fully built, compliant ADU — and a management team ready to fill it on day one.
We review your property, local zoning, and goals. You'll know within days whether an ADU makes sense and which type fits your lot and budget.
Based on your project type, budget, and location, we introduce you to 1-2 pre-vetted general contractors with ADU experience in your specific city.
Your GC handles the build. With Tier 2, we coordinate permit applications, review bids, track milestones, and attend city inspections on your behalf.
Once construction is complete, we do a thorough inspection. Then our management team takes over — tenant screening, lease signing, and your ADU is earning income.
Tell us about your property and we’ll let you know what’s possible. We review lot size, zoning, and local regulations to deliver a clear picture of what kind of ADU you can build, what it will cost, and what it could earn.
Included in the AssessmentCosts typically range from $150K to $350K depending on size, type (detached vs. garage conversion), and your city's requirements. You'll get a detailed estimate during your free assessment.
From initial assessment to move-in ready, plan for 12 to 18 months. Permitting alone takes 2 to 6 months depending on the city, and construction typically runs 6 to 10 months.
No. We are your ADU advisor and project coordinator. We connect you with licensed, insured general contractors from our vetted network. You contract directly with the GC.
California law (AB 881) allows ADUs on most single-family and multi-family lots. Specific rules vary by city — setbacks, height limits, and utility requirements differ. Our free assessment covers all of this.
No obligation, but most of our build clients do. Since we already know the unit from day one — layout, systems, permit conditions — we can manage it more effectively from day one.
Tier 1 gives you a qualified contractor match. Tier 2 means we oversee the entire project — permits, bids, milestones, inspections — as your owner's representative. Not sure? We'll help you decide.
Free feasibility assessment. No obligation. Just clarity on what’s possible.