Attached ADU design

Attached
ADUs.

Shares one or more walls with the primary residence while maintaining an independent entrance. Efficient use of existing structural elements and utilities.

400 to 1,200 sq ftTypical Size
$10,000 to $18,000Design Fee Range
2 to 4 months designTotal Timeline
About Attached ADUs

The attached adu explained.

An attached ADU shares a wall with the main house, which means construction costs are typically lower and utilities can often share connections. Tenants still have full independence with their own entrance, bathroom, kitchen, and living space.

Construction Cost

$180,000 to $380,000 construction

Design Fee

$10,000 to $18,000

Size Range

400 to 1,200 sq ft

Timeline

2 to 4 months design, 5 to 8 months construction

Ideal For

When a attached adu
makes sense.

First time ADU builders, multigenerational living, home offices with separate entrance

Key considerations

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Detail 01

Sound isolation between main house and ADU is critical

02

Detail 02

Shared walls require specific fire rating requirements

03

Detail 03

Utility metering can be shared or separate

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Detail 04

Setbacks match the primary residence

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