--- title: Accessory Dwelling Unit Blog description: A blog with the latest news and happenings in the Los Angeles Accessory Dwelling Unit World --- [Ë](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog#mobile) [![Modative ADUs.png](https://www.modative.com/hs-fs/hubfs/1.%20A.%20Build%20Images/Artboard%201.png?width=320&name=Artboard%201.png "Modative ADUs.png")](https://www.modative.com) [![Get Started!](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/41216/029b91d0-8ef7-42aa-bca7-697996898e99.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/41216/029b91d0-8ef7-42aa-bca7-697996898e99) [Ë](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog#mobile) # Accessory Dwelling Units ADU Blog [![](https://www.modative.com/hs-fs/hubfs/01%20ADU%20Images/ADU-Los-Angeles-backyard-Neighborhood.png?width=640&name=ADU-Los-Angeles-backyard-Neighborhood.png "ADU-Los-Angeles-backyard-Neighborhood.png")](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog) ## [What is a Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit (JADU)?](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/what-is-a-junior-accessory-dwelling-unit-jadu) By [Derek Leavitt](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/author/derek-leavitt) • January 23, 2020 Learn the rules for Junior ADUs (JADUs) and how to apply them to your property. Add an ADU and JADU to your property per new 2020 California ADU bills. [Read More](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/what-is-a-junior-accessory-dwelling-unit-jadu) ## [The 12 Most Critical 2020 ADU Rule Changes for California](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/the-12-most-critical-2020-adu-rule-changes-for-california) By [Derek Leavitt](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/author/derek-leavitt) • January 14, 2020 Learn important LA & California Accessory Dwelling Unit rule changes starting in 2020. A summary of California ADU bills SB 13, AB 68, AB 670, & AB 587. [Read More](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/the-12-most-critical-2020-adu-rule-changes-for-california) ## [New York Times Article Highlights United Dwelling & Modative Partnership](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/new-york-times-article-highlights-united-dwelling-modative-partnership) By [Derek Leavitt](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/author/derek-leavitt) • October 30, 2019 United Dwelling and Modative Featured in a New York Times article about Accessory Dwelling Units. [Read More](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/new-york-times-article-highlights-united-dwelling-modative-partnership) ## [California Governor Newsom Visits United Dwelling/Modative ADU Project](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/governor-newsom-visits-united-dwelling/modative-adu-project) By [Derek Leavitt](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/author/derek-leavitt) • October 18, 2019 California Governor Gavin Newsom visits United Dwelling / Modative Garage Conversion ADU to sign new 2020 ADU bills into law. [Read More](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/governor-newsom-visits-united-dwelling/modative-adu-project) ## [ADUs in LA's Housing Progress Report](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/los-angeles-adu-housing-report-2018) By [Krystal Navar](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/author/krystal-navar) • January 9, 2019 There has been a significant increase in the number of Accessory Dwelling Units permits in 2018. See the latest stats on ADUs in City of Los Angeles. [Read More](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/los-angeles-adu-housing-report-2018) ## [5 Key Criteria for a Quick and Cost Effective ADU Garage Conversion](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/5-key-criteria-for-a-quick-and-cost-effective-adu-garage-conversion) By [Derek Leavitt](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/author/derek-leavitt) • October 20, 2018 Learn if your garage is a candidate for a conversion to an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in the Los Angeles area. Backyard homes a.k.a. granny flats are now permitted in LA. Earn monthly income by renting out a legal apartment in your garage. [Read More](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/5-key-criteria-for-a-quick-and-cost-effective-adu-garage-conversion) ## [Time for Some ADU Garage Conversions](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/time-for-some-adu-garage-conversions) By [Derek Leavitt](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/author/derek-leavitt) • October 5, 2018 Modative featured in Architectural Record Article about the popularity of Accessory Dwelling Units and our partnership with United Dwelling on Garage Conversion ADUs. [Read More](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/time-for-some-adu-garage-conversions) ## [A Great New Option for Financing Your Accessory Dwelling Unit](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/a-great-new-option-for-financing-your-accessory-dwelling-unit-a-d-u-finance) By [Derek Leavitt](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/author/derek-leavitt) • May 30, 2018 Learn about the advantages of a home renovation loan to finance your backyard home / accessory dwelling unit. Our preferred lenders specialize in financing ADUs to get you the best terms. [Read More](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/a-great-new-option-for-financing-your-accessory-dwelling-unit-a-d-u-finance) ## [3 Property Issues That Impact ADU Placement in Your Backyard](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/3-property-issues-that-impact-adu-placement-in-your-backyard) By [Derek Leavitt](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/author/derek-leavitt) • March 9, 2018 Learn the three potential issues that could impact the placement of an Accessory Dwelling Unit ( ADU ) / Granny Flat in your backyard in Los Angeles. [Read More](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/3-property-issues-that-impact-adu-placement-in-your-backyard) ## [Modative Joins the Discussion on Accessory Dwelling Unit Popularity in LA](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/modative-joins-the-discussion-on-accessory-dwelling-unit-popularity-in-la) By [Derek Leavitt](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/author/derek-leavitt) • February 14, 2018 KPCC featured Modative in a radio bit and Article on the growing popularity of ADUs in Los Angeles. [Read More](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/modative-joins-the-discussion-on-accessory-dwelling-unit-popularity-in-la) [Previous](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/page/0) [All posts](https://www.modative.com/adu-blog/all) ![ArchiOffice_Modative.jpg](https://www.modative.com/hs-fs/hubfs/1.%20A.%20Build%20Images/ArchiOffice_Modative.jpg?width=200&name=ArchiOffice_Modative.jpg "ArchiOffice_Modative.jpg") #### Mod EV is a Division of Modative Build, Inc. 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