DADUs - Resiliency and Planning

Thinking about the long-term use of a home and designing for flexibility is an important part of preparing for an uncertain future. Adding a DADU or ADU to an existing home is an important consideration. ADUs allow people more flexibility to accommodate a growing family, changing work requirements, and to provide supplemental rental income.

DADUs and ADUs also provide an opportunity for elderly family members to live close and be a bigger part of their families lives while allowing them independence.  Congregate living has efficiencies with scale and the number of residence. The downsides to congregate living have become readily apparent with the spread of COVID-19. On the other hand, seniors living in a family DADU are more readily able to regulate personal contacts and to shelter in place with their families.

Building a DADU starts with planning and we are here to help

The first questions we usually answer for people planning to build a backyard cottage are about feasibility, cost, and design which are all interrelated. A preliminary site assessment, which we can do over the phone or via email, is the first part. At that time, we can discuss budget ranges for recently completed backyard cottages.

To get started, contact us with your address and the goals for your cottage. We’ll be in touch a schedule a phone meeting.