Build Backyard ADU Homes in Whittier, CA

Many property owners in Whittier, CA choose to build ADU backyard homes for one of the following reasons:

1. Add additional space for a family (kids moving home or aging parents moving closer to family.
2. Rental Income – adding an ADU in your backyard is an excellent opportunity to create rental property to generate income.

 

What is a Backyard ADU in Whittier?

An accessory dwelling unit (ADU), granny flat, or “backyard home” is a legal and regulatory term for a secondary house that shares the building lot of a larger, primary home. The unit cannot be bought or sold separately, but they are often used to provide additional income through rent or to house a family member. We build ADUs in backyards using prefabricated construction to save time and money for clients. As professional backyard ADU builders, we consider prefabricated construction to be less disruptive to homeowners and neighborhoods as we can typically complete a project onsite in a few weeks once the home is built in our factory.

Whittier Facts:

• Population: 86,090 (2019)
• County: Los Angeles County
• Based on population, this is one of the smaller cities in Los Angeles County. However, it is only about a 30-minute drive to all the attractions in Anaheim or Orange County. When in Whittier you can visit the Casa de Governor Pio Pico which was the home of the last Mexican governor of California.

 

Why choose USModular, Inc. to build your ADU in Whittier:

The Team at USModular, Inc. is unique in the industry as we are:

• General contractors specializing in building ADU backyard homes in Whittier
• Licensed Manufactured Home Manufacturers
• Modular Home Dealers
• Park Model /Tiny Home dealers
• Licensed Modular Home Factory

Our team is led by 2nd generation contractor and our team has combined over 100+ years of experience in the Prefabricated Construction industry. We are a ONE-STOP-SHOP – we handle everything: design, permits, site construction, home fabrication, transportation, installation, and utility connections, and then we hand you the keys!

What is the Cost to Build ADU Backyard Dwellings in Whittier?

The ADU Whittier Cost can start at $ 150,000 and goes up from there depending on custom additions and square footage. You do have the option of financing a prefab ADU in Whittier but many will pay cash. If Cash is not an option ADU financing is typically achieved through:

1. Home Equity Loan
2. Cash our refinance of the Primary residence
3. A home Renovation loan can be used to build a prefabricated ADU.
4. Tiny Home financing is available through several national banks.

The monthly mortgage cost for the ADU will typically be significantly less than the rental income or the cost for family members to rent a comparable property.  The bottom line is it the ADU in Whittier should generate positive cash flow or provide livable space for a family member at less than a comparable rental in Whittier

Zoning for ADUs in Whittier?

State laws have made it easier to build an ADU in every city in California. The City of Whittier ADU requirements state that ADUs range in size from 400 sf to 1,200 sf. ADUs can be built on single-family or multifamily residential zoned lots. ADUs are allowed in all residential zones. The City of Whittier ADU requirements for parking have been relaxed. Setback Side and Rear have been shrunk to 4’. Permit Fees have been reduced and in some cases waived. The bottom line is it’s a good time to add extra space as laws are in your favor. The Whittier ADU laws have been changed recently to allow more ADUs to be built in Southern California. The City of Whittier Pre-approved ADU plans can be found on our sister website http://myadu4less.com/ or the city of Whittier planning website!

What is the difference between Backyard ADUs & Tiny Homes in Whittier?

Sometimes Nothing! A tiny home aka a park model is technically an RV that cannot exceed 400 sf. Many cities, like Whittier and Los Angeles, have approved Tiny Homes as ADUs and Whittier is close behind in allowing tiny homes/ park models as ADUs. Many of the tiny homes we offer are built to both ANSI and CBC requirements to satisfy local building officials – PLUS we feel it provides a better-built home. We have many models that include lofts and porches that are not included in the livable space but extend the actual usable space. The ADU designs in Whittier can be very similar to that of a Tiny home or a Companion unit if you wanted them to be.

 

Why Choose a Prefabricated ADU in Whittier?

Prefab ADU’s and Tiny Homes are built in a factory by a team that works together daily. Building your ADU in a factory makes building an ADU in Whittier more cost and time-efficient. Teamwork, Bulk buying power, and Smart designs will save time and money!

Check out the many Tiny Homes and Accessory Dwelling Units floor plans we offer in Whittier, CA!

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