ADU Construction in Santa Barbara & Goleta
ADU Options
Build a legal, modern, income‑producing ADU with a contractor who understands Santa Barbara & Goleta zoning, permitting, and design requirements.
Detached ADU
A fully separate living unit built in your backyard — ideal for rentals, family, or long‑term investment.
Attached ADU
Connected to your main home with shared or separate access. Great for expanding living space.
Garage Conversion
Transform an existing garage into a beautiful, legal living unit with full plumbing and electrical.
Interior ADU
Convert unused interior space into a private living unit with its own entrance and amenities.
Junior ADU (JADU)
Smaller, efficient ADUs up to 500 sq ft — perfect for maximizing space and rental potential.
ADU Design & Permitting
We help with plans, engineering, permitting, and compliance with local SB & Goleta regulations.
Our 5‑Step ADU Process
A clean, organized workflow designed to make your ADU project smooth, legal, and built to last — from planning to final inspection.
1. Planning & Design
We help with layout, design, engineering, and zoning compliance for SB & Goleta ADU requirements.
2. Permitting
We handle the permit process, coordinate with the city, and ensure your ADU meets all local regulations.
3. Foundation & Framing
Clean, professional foundation work and framing to create a strong, long‑lasting structure.
4. Electrical, Plumbing & Interior
Full interior build‑out including electrical, plumbing, insulation, drywall, flooring, and finishes.
5. Final Inspection & Completion
We ensure everything passes inspection, meets code, and is move‑in ready with a clean final result.
What You Can Expect
ADU construction requires clean planning, legal compliance, and organized execution — we make the entire process smooth, predictable, and built to last.
Clear Communication
We explain zoning, setbacks, design options, and the full ADU process before any work begins.
Accurate Planning
We help with layout, engineering, and city requirements to ensure your ADU is fully compliant.
Quality Construction
Strong foundations, clean framing, professional electrical, plumbing, and interior finishes.
Legal Compliance
We follow all Santa Barbara & Goleta ADU regulations, including size limits and setbacks.
Transparent Timeline
We provide a clear schedule from permitting to final inspection so you always know the next step.
Clean Final Result
We deliver a move‑in‑ready ADU with a polished finish and a clean jobsite.
ADU Gallery
Recent ADU projects completed across Santa Barbara & Goleta — Spanish, Modern, and Attached ADU designs.
Spanish‑style attached ADU with tile roofing and classic Santa Barbara architecture.
Clean Goleta ADU with modern coastal design and efficient interior layout.
Modern Santa Barbara ADU with flat‑roof styling and contemporary finishes.
ADU Materials & Systems
High‑quality materials, professional systems, and clean construction methods designed to make your ADU durable, efficient, and fully compliant with Santa Barbara & Goleta regulations.
Foundations & Slabs
Strong, engineered foundations built to support long‑term ADU structural integrity.
Framing & Structural Lumber
Clean, professional framing using high‑quality lumber and proper engineering specs.
Electrical Systems
Full ADU electrical installation including panels, circuits, lighting, and code compliance.
Plumbing Systems
Complete plumbing for kitchens, bathrooms, laundry, and water heaters — fully permitted.
Insulation & Drywall
Energy‑efficient insulation and clean drywall installation for quiet, comfortable living.
Interior Finishes
Flooring, cabinets, tile, paint, trim, and all interior finish options for a move‑in‑ready ADU.
Ready to Build Your ADU?
Whether you're planning a detached ADU, attached ADU, garage conversion, or JADU, we help with design, engineering, permitting, and full construction — built clean, legal, and ready for long‑term use.
What is an (ADu)
Understanding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
An accessory dwelling unit (ADU) is a legal and regulatory term for a secondary house or apartment that shares the building lot of a larger, primary home. The unit cannot be bought or sold separately, but they are often used to provide additional income through rent or to house a family member. For example, an elderly parent could live in a small unit and avoid having to move to an assisted living facility.
After the housing boom that followed World War II, most U.S. residential areas were zoned to set limits on both population density and the size and separation of single-family dwellings. More recently, zoning changes in a growing number of areas around the country allow for the addition of ADUs.1 These zoning laws generally limit the size and style of any new unit and require that the owner lives on the property.
Santa Barbara and Goleta, CA
600 to 1,200 Square Feet
1 to 3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Kitchen
