California ADU & Small Home Design Gallery

Best property fit: Residential lots with usable rear-yard space.

First thing to verify: ADU size, setbacks, utilities, and access.

Best property fit: Lots with clear build area and access.

First thing to verify: Setbacks, lot coverage, and utility capacity.

Best property fit: Permitted garages with workable structure.

First thing to verify: Permit history, ceiling height, fire separation, and parking.

Best property fit: Lots with delivery access and a clear foundation path.

First thing to verify: Manufacturer documents, sitework, utilities, and local review.

Best property fit: Improved land or zones that allow manufactured homes.

First thing to verify: Zoning acceptance, installation standards, and utilities.

Best property fit: Parcels with a recognized dwelling or ADU path.

First thing to verify: Minimum size, code path, foundation, and utilities.

Best property fit: Only settings where local rules recognize the use.

First thing to verify: Classification, full-time occupancy, and utility hookups.

Best property fit: Legal lots with access, water, wastewater, and fire review paths.

First thing to verify: Road access, septic/well feasibility, power, and fire access.

Best property fit: Small yards or accessory-structure-friendly lots.

First thing to verify: Habitable use, plumbing, sleeping rules, and setbacks.

Best property fit: Larger backyards with privacy and accessible routes.

First thing to verify: ADU rules, accessibility goals, and utilities.

Best property fit: Lots with separate access and clear service routes.

First thing to verify: Rental rules, metering assumptions, and utility capacity.

Best property fit: Design-sensitive lots with room for a premium footprint.

First thing to verify: Height, design standards, lot coverage, and overlays.