Detached Sacramento ADU with modern siding and porch
General

Sacramento ADU Construction

Design, permit, and build accessory dwelling units that align with Sacramento's permit-ready plan sets, Title 24, and local utility requirements.

The Experience

What to Expect

We plan, build, and finish with minimal disruption. Expect organized crews, dust control, and a tidy space at the end of each day. Our process is designed to respect your space while we transform it.

Detached Sacramento ADU with modern siding and porch

Project Roadmap

01

Plan & Price

On-site walkthrough to confirm measurements, utilities, and access. We identify constraints and deliver a written scope with options and allowances.

02

Coordinated Execution

Coordinated trades: carpentry, electrical, plumbing, finishes, all under one project lead. Protected work zones and daily progress updates.

03

Punch List & Closeout

Detailed punch list, final clean, and walkthrough before closeout. We don't consider the job finished until everything matches the plan.

The Specification

Included with your project

Site feasibility, setbacks, and utility load check for Sacramento jurisdictions

Use of City of Sacramento permit-ready ADU plans (studio, 1BR, 2BR) with plan links at adu.cityofsacramento.org

Title 24/CalGreen compliance, structural engineering, and foundation design

Full build: grading, trenching, utilities, framing, roofing, MEP trades, and finishes

Permit handling, inspections, and final HERS/duct testing as required

Permit-Ready Plans

Sacramento ADU plan sets we can pull for you

Pick a shelf-ready plan and we will add site-specific foundation, grading, utilities, and Title 24 documents, then shepherd the permit and inspections through final sign-off.

How we use these plans
  • Confirm address/jurisdiction, setbacks, utilities, easements, and fire separation requirements.
  • Pair the selected plan with site-specific foundation, grading, trenching, utility load calculations, and Title 24 energy documents.
  • Submit the packet, respond to plan check comments, and schedule inspections through final HERS/duct testing.
Material Selection

Brands & Finishes

Need specific brands or finishes? Share links or samples and we will align allowances and lead times before ordering. We work with premium manufacturers to ensure quality matches your vision.

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Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you use Sacramento's permit-ready ADU plan sets?

Yes. We pull the City of Sacramento permit-ready plan sets (studio, 1BR, 2BR) from adu.cityofsacramento.org and pair them with site-specific foundation, utility, and Title 24 documents to speed approvals.

Do you help with utilities and inspections?

We coordinate SMUD/PG&E power, water, sewer cleanouts, and trenching layouts, submit permit packages, and stay on-site for rough and final inspections so the ADU is ready for move-in.

How long does an ADU build typically take?

Feasibility and permit prep take 2-4 weeks once a plan set is selected; permits often run 4-8 weeks depending on jurisdiction. Field construction is typically 14-20 weeks for a detached ADU once utilities and inspections are scheduled.

Are the county shelf-ready plans different from city plans?

Sacramento County’s shelf-ready sets (A1–D) are pre-reviewed for unincorporated areas; the City of Sacramento hosts its own permit-ready sets at adu.cityofsacramento.org. We confirm which applies based on your address and handle the right submittal package.

Do the plans include solar and energy compliance?

We provide Title 24 compliance docs, coordinate photovoltaic sizing when required, and include HERS/duct testing for final sign-off. Plan sets are paired with site-specific energy calcs before permit submittal.

What about setbacks, fire separation, and parking?

We verify zoning setbacks, utility easements, and fire separation distances, and we document parking or exemption options early so the permit reviewer has everything needed in one packet.

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