Junior ADU (JADU)
Junior ADUs (JADUs) are units up to 500 sq ft created within your existing home. Lower cost, simpler permitting, and powerful for rental income.
Junior ADUs: Maximum Value, Minimum Footprint
A Junior ADU (JADU) is carved out of your existing living space — converting a bedroom, bonus room, or attached garage into a self-contained unit up to 500 square feet. JADUs have simpler permitting requirements than full ADUs and can often be completed in a matter of months.
They're ideal for homeowners who want rental income or a space for family members without a major construction footprint.
Small Footprint. Real Rental Income. Simpler Permitting.
JADUs are appealing precisely because they're lower-cost and faster to permit than a full ADU. But they have real compliance requirements that catch unprepared contractors. We've built JADUs within bedrooms, bonus rooms, and attached garages — and know exactly how to hit the 500 sq ft ceiling efficiently.
- Interior space analysis to confirm JADU eligibility before any design work
- Efficient layouts that maximize livability within the 500 sq ft cap
- Simplified permit pathway — typically faster than full ADU plan check
- Owner-occupancy requirement clearly explained upfront
- Kitchen and bathroom design within tight spatial constraints
- All-inclusive pricing — design, permits, and construction in one contract
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Common Questions
Junior ADU (JADU) — Frequently Asked Questions
What Los Angeles homeowners ask most before starting an ADU project.
What exactly is a Junior ADU (JADU)?
Does a JADU require owner-occupancy?
What is the maximum size of a JADU?
What kitchen requirements apply to a JADU?
Does a JADU need a separate bathroom?
How much does a JADU cost and how long does it take?
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Custom ADU plans and architectural design tailored to your property and Los Angeles zoning requirements — from initial concept to permit-ready drawings.
ADU Permits & Approvals
We manage the full ADU permitting process across Los Angeles and LA County — plan check, corrections, and final approval handled end to end.
Detached ADU Construction
New-construction detached ADUs in Los Angeles — from foundation to certificate of occupancy. Full-service design, permitting, and construction under one contract.
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1 Bed 500
A complete one-bedroom ADU in 500 sq ft — private, efficient, and built for strong LA rental demand.
2 Bed 750
Two private bedrooms, maximum rental income, and genuine multigenerational living space.
Studio 400
A compact, high-efficiency studio designed to maximize rental yield on any LA lot.
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Explore Your JADU Options
Find out if your home qualifies for a Junior ADU.