Expert resources and step-by-step guides for navigating local building codes, zoning regulations, and the residential permitting process.
Have an unpermitted ADU, JADU, or garage conversion? Learn how California AB 2533 may provide a path to legal approval for qualifying units built before 2020.
September 10, 2026
Converting your garage into an ADU in San Diego requires a building permit. Learn the 2026 requirements, the approval process step by step, and how to legalize an unpermitted conversion.
July 15, 2026
How much does it cost to convert a garage to an ADU in San Diego? Construction runs about $350 per square foot in 2026. Here is what that means for your garage size, what drives the price, and how new-build ADUs compare.
July 2, 2026
Permit drawings are required for nearly every ADU, addition, and garage conversion in San Diego. Here's what goes into a permit drawing set and why the details matter before your project can break ground.
June 15, 2026
Most San Diego properties qualify for an ADU under California law,but setbacks, zoning, and your lot's specifics determine what you can actually build and where it can sit.
June 14, 2026
Navigating San Diego's building permit process doesn't have to be overwhelming. This guide walks you through every step - from permit drawings to plan check approval - so your project starts on solid ground.
March 21, 2026
Planning a remodel in San Diego? Discover when you need a permit and how professional plan drawings save you time, money, and frustrating city delays.
February 23, 2026
