Fast Ball Talk

Planning an ADU gets easier once you treat it like a real home, not a side project. Start by defining the purpose: long-term rental, multigenerational living, guest space, or a dedicated work zone. That choice shapes layout, storage, privacy, and finish durability. If resale is a goal, prioritize timeless layouts and cohesive details over trend-driven finishes that date quickly. Keep decisions predictable by locking major selections early (windows, doors, cabinetry, fixtures) and using a clear change-order process for anything that shifts after work begins. For a clear overview and a sensible starting checklist, see: auxiliary dwelling units. When in doubt, simplify—fewer custom details often means faster progress and cleaner results. Good plans reduce rework; rework is where budgets quietly leak. If you’re collecting bids, ask for a written scope with exclusions listed—this prevents misunderstandings later. Good plans reduce rework; rework is where budgets quietly leak. If you’re collecting bids, ask for a written scope with exclusions listed—this prevents misunderstandings later. When in doubt, simplify—fewer custom details often means faster progress and cleaner results. If you’re collecting bids, ask for a written scope with exclusions listed—this prevents misunderstandings later.