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Everything we've written on permits.

A newly completed detached ADU at dusk with vertical board-and-batten siding, black-framed windows glowing warm, a limestone paver path through agave and feather grass

ADUs & Backyard StructuresJuly 17, 2026

Detached ADU vs. Garage Conversion vs. JADU: Choosing the Right Backyard Unit

A practical comparison of the three ADU types California allows: detached backyard units, garage and interior conversions, and junior ADUs within the main house.

8 min read

A newly completed detached ADU in a Bay Area backyard with a planted path from the main house, redwood fence and mature coast live oak behind

ADUs & Backyard StructuresJuly 16, 2026

California's 2026 ADU Rules, Explained for Bay Area Homeowners

A clear breakdown of California's new ADU laws that took effect in 2026, written for Bay Area homeowners planning a backyard unit.

7 min read