" With new laws taking effect in 2020, it's easier than ever to add one of the accessory dwelling units to your property. But what the heck are they? Let's explore.

What is the accessory dwelling unit?

An accessory dwelling unit (ADU) is an accessory residential structure built on property that already contains a main house or structure. You may have heard it called grandma's apartment, the guest house, or the man's suit. They can be built in single-family groups or multi-family groups (a duplex is a multi-family group).

The ADU has its own entrance separate from the main house, as well as a kitchen, bathroom, and living room. The attached homes can be rented all year round and add great value to your property.

ADUs are very flexible, and most owners find that the uses of their units have evolved over the years. The main reason people build ADUs is to house relatives, usually parents but often grown children. The second most popular use is renting for extra income.

If you are interested in building an ADU on your property, rely on Katalan, who can help you with highly affordable ADU planning and construction to help you get started. The ADU agent team can introduce you to approved designers and general contractors in your area.

What are the advantages of accessory dwelling units?

Why do you need an accessory dwelling unit? They provide many benefits both financially and personally.

Passive rental income

ADUs are legally available for long-term rentals and short-term rentals (less than 30 days) in some cities. This means extra passive income for you. Some homeowners prefer to downsize, live in ADU, and rent a larger main house for a higher ROI. It is highly recommended to research average rental prices in your area to see how much you will get paid for renting your ADU.

A home for the family

If someone in your family is old or sick, you naturally want to have them by your side and take care of them. Another option, a nursing home, is not always ideal. Nursing home visits can be very limited, the conditions unsafe, and the facilities can be very expensive. So ADU is a very good option if you are in this situation. In addition to saving money, ADU also:

• Keep the family close
• You can design the ADU with everything your elderly family needs
• House a caretaker

Building an accessory dwelling unit: How much will it cost?

This varies by region, as labor and material costs vary throughout the country. An important thing to remember is that building an ADU is very different from building a larger main house. Every cubic foot counts because you have to take a lot of care in a small space. This means a slightly higher price per square meter.

Planning to build ADU? Rely on Katalan experts

Katalan is one of the top home remodeling contractors in the area. If you want to build an ADU into your home, you need to know that you are remodeling the garage and finishing the basement. As a reliable design and construction company, Katalan can handle all new construction.