Question 1

Do you build ADUs in Bellevue?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Bellevue is one of our core service areas. We design, permit, and build custom backyard homes (DADUs) throughout Bellevue and the greater Seattle Eastside, and we know how Bellevue's permitting process and Washington's HB 1337 middle-housing rules apply to local lots. Tell us your address and we'll confirm exactly what yours allows.

Question 2

How much does an ADU cost?

Accepted Answer

Every lot and design is different, so we don't post a single price — but we give you honest, detailed numbers up front in our paid pre-construction phase, before you commit to building.

Question 3

How long does it take?

Accepted Answer

Most projects run several months from first design to final walkthrough. Permitting is the variable; because we handle it in-house, we keep it moving and keep you updated.

Question 4

I don't have plans yet — is that a problem?

Accepted Answer

Not at all. Most clients start with just an idea. We begin with your lot and your goals and design the whole thing with you.

Question 5

Do you handle the permits and the new ADU laws?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Washington's middle-housing rules changed what's allowed, and the cities are still catching up. We handle the drawings, the submittals, and the fine print.

Question 6

What's the difference between an ADU and a DADU?

Accepted Answer

An ADU (accessory dwelling unit) is a second, self-contained home on your lot. A DADU is the detached version — a standalone backyard home, separate from your main house, with its own entrance. Most of what we build are DADUs: private backyard homes designed to live like a real home, not an add-on.

Question 7

How big can my ADU be?

Accepted Answer

It depends on your lot, but Washington's new rules require most cities to allow sizable backyard homes — commonly up to around 1,000 square feet, sometimes more. Height, setbacks, and lot coverage vary by city, so we confirm exactly what yours allows before we design.

Question 8

Do I have to live on the property to build an ADU?

Accepted Answer

In most Washington cities, no. The state's middle-housing law removed owner-occupancy requirements for ADUs, so you can build one purely as a rental or investment even if you don't live on-site. A few local details still vary, and we'll confirm what applies to your lot.

Question 9

Can I rent out my ADU?

Accepted Answer

Yes — a long-term rental is one of the most common reasons our clients build. A backyard home can bring in steady income and help your property pay for itself over time. Short-term rental rules vary by city, so we'll walk you through what's allowed where you are.

Question 10

How do most people pay for it?

Accepted Answer

Usually a mix of home equity, a renovation loan, or savings. Plenty of owners treat an ADU as an investment too — extra living space now and potential rental income or added value down the road. Tell us your situation and we'll point you toward options that fit.

Question 11

What's the first step?

Accepted Answer

A conversation. We'll talk through your lot and what you're hoping to build, then walk you through how the process works — no pressure, no obligation.

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