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ADU basics get clearer once you separate the definition from what’s feasible on your specific property. Feasibility depends on local rules and your lot: setbacks, height, parking expectations, utility capacity, and access. That’s why two similar properties can have different options. Permitting goes smoother when plans match site reality—utility locations, access, and code details—before anything is ordered. Cost drivers are consistent: site work, utility connections, electrical upgrades, bathrooms/kitchens, and finish level. Small spaces demand efficient design to avoid wasted square footage. A straightforward place to start is adu acronym. A realistic schedule includes ordering lead times and inspection windows, not just a hopeful start date. Good plans reduce rework; rework is where budgets quietly leak. 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. A realistic schedule includes ordering lead times and inspection windows, not just a hopeful start date. A realistic schedule includes ordering lead times and inspection windows, not just a hopeful start date. Keep a short list of non-negotiables so decisions stay consistent as options multiply. Good plans reduce rework; rework is where budgets quietly leak.