ADUs & Room Additions in South Orange County

Yes. Most cities in South Orange County allow ADUs to be rented out on a long-term basis (30 days or more) once they meet all building and safety codes. Tuscany Builders CA ensures your ADU is fully compliant with city zoning, permitting, and state ADU laws, so you can confidently rent your space or use it for family living. 

In many cases, yes, especially for garage conversions or older homes. ADUs often require dedicated electrical panels, new plumbing lines, and utility connections. Our team evaluates your home’s existing systems and designs upgrades that meet current code while keeping efficiency and cost in mind. 

Absolutely. Tuscany Builders CA handles all permitting, architectural drawings, engineering, and submittals to local city departments and agencies like OCFA (Orange County Fire Authority). We also assist with HOA and neighbor approvals, ensuring your project moves smoothly from concept to construction. 

Because ADUs and additions must meet strict building codes, setback rules, and soil or grading requirements, they are not suited for DIY work. Hiring a licensed design-build contractor like Tuscany Builders CA saves time, prevents costly mistakes, and ensures your project passes every inspection. 

A Junior ADU (JADU) is a smaller unit, typically up to 500 sq. ft. created within the existing footprint of your home, such as a converted bedroom or attached garage. A standard ADU can be detached or attached and up to 1,200 sq. ft., often including a full kitchen and private entrance. Tuscany Builders CA designs both types to fit your property, budget, and lifestyle needs.

 Most ADUs take about 4–8 months from permit approval to completion, depending on site conditions and city review times. Room additions can vary, but our proven five-step process — Meet, Design, Plans, Build, Enjoy keeps projects efficient and predictable.