Next, you will need to budget out all the expected costs of your development. Be sure to plan for contingencies as well. Construction almost never goes as planned, so be sure you plan a little extra money for those bumps in the road.<\/p>\n

With a solid budget estimating your costs, you can then secure financing for your ADU project.<\/p>\n

3 Feasibility Study<\/h2>\n

A feasibility study will show what you can and cannot build on your property. It will give you insights into setback regulations, height restrictions, and size restrictions for your area.<\/p>\n

4 Design And Planning<\/h2>\n

Start by designing from the outside in. Planning will involve a lot of technical drawings and calculations. You will need architectural drawings, energy calculations, structural drawings, and many more.<\/p>\n

5 Permitting<\/h2>\n

With all your plans in place, you will need to bring them to your local planning board in order to receive all the necessary permits. This process can be quite lengthy, which is why you want to ensure your plans and designs meet all requirements so that you get approved the first time around.<\/p>\n

6 Finding Contractor And Materials<\/h2>\n

With permits in hand, it is time to find someone to build your ADU. Make sure whoever you choose is fully licensed and insured. They should also have experience building ADUs.<\/p>\n

A good contractor may be able to help you find better deals for your materials, or recommend more affordable options if you are starting to go over budget.<\/p>\n