Accessory Dwelling Units

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.

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.

United Dwelling and Modative Featured in a New York Times article about Accessory Dwelling Units.

California Governor Gavin Newsom visits United Dwelling / Modative Garage Conversion ADU to sign new 2020 ADU bills into law.

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.

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.

Modative featured in Architectural Record Article about the popularity of Accessory Dwelling Units and our partnership with United Dwelling on Garage Conversion ADUs.

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.

Learn the three potential issues that could impact the placement of an Accessory Dwelling Unit ( ADU ) / Granny Flat in your backyard in Los Angeles.

KPCC featured Modative in a radio bit and Article on the growing popularity of ADUs in Los Angeles.