Two Detached ADUs in California: What AB 956 Means for You (2027)
From January 1, 2027, California cities must approve two new detached ADUs on a single-family lot, not one. Here's what AB 956 changes, its limits, and how to plan now.
Backyard Home Office for the Work-From-Home Era (2026 Guide)
Working from home didn't go away. Here's what a backyard office in California needs in 2026: permits, the office-vs-ADU line, design basics, and real prices.
ADU FAQ: California Homeowners' Top Questions Answered (2026)
23 questions California homeowners ask about backyard ADUs, each answered in a few sentences and checked against state law, with links to our full guides.
Free ADU Lot Assessment: What We Check and Why It Matters (2026)
Almost half of an ADU budget is site work. Here's what our free lot assessment checks on your property, why each item matters for cost, and what happens next.
3 Reasons to Build an ADU in 2026 (California)
Three reasons to build an ADU in California still hold up in 2026: family, rental income, and smarter use of your land. Here are the current numbers and the honest downsides.
Types of ADUs in California: A Quick Guide (2026)
California law allows detached, attached, converted, and junior ADUs, plus two options for apartment owners. Here's what each one is, the 2026 size and parking rules, and which type fits you.
8 Common Prefab Myths, Checked Against the Facts (2026)
Most fears about prefab homes come from mixing up modular and mobile homes. We checked eight common myths against California law, HCD, Fannie Mae, and Census data, and flagged the two that are partly true.
What Is Prefab Construction? Modular, Manufactured & More (2026)
Prefab is an umbrella term for homes built partly or fully in a factory. Here's how modular, panelized, manufactured, and site-built homes differ, with honest pros, cons, and 2025 Census numbers.
What Is Factory-Built Housing in California? (2026 Guide)
Factory-built housing is California's legal term for a home built in a factory to the state building code and installed on a permanent foundation. Here's who approves it, who inspects it, and how it differs from a manufactured home.
California ADU Laws in 2026: What Every Homeowner Should Know
California's ADU laws give most homeowners the right to build a backyard home, with a 60-day approval deadline and no impact fees under 750 sq ft. Here's every key bill and what it means for you.
How Much Does an ADU Cost in California in 2026?
A finished backyard ADU from Bay Modular costs $124,900 to $271,900 in 2026, all in. Here's what the price includes and which fees California law took off the table.
How to Rent Out Your ADU in California: Step-by-Step (2026)
Can you rent out your ADU in California? Yes. This plain-English guide covers city rules, rent control, deposits, screening, leases, taxes and what Bay Area ADUs rent for in 2026.