
ADU Design Services in San Diego
ADU floor plans, permit-ready drawings, and full permit support across San Diego County
Permit-Ready Plans
City-compliant drawings
Residential Focus
Homes & additions
San Diego County
Local expertise
Free Consultation
No-obligation quote
Why homeowners choose BluPlan Studio for adu design
BluPlan Studio designs ADUs for homeowners across San Diego County — from detached backyard units on single-family lots to garage conversions and junior ADUs inside existing homes. We draw the floor plans, produce a complete set of permit-ready construction drawings, and manage the entire permitting process with your local building department. Whether you want to add a rental unit for income, house a family member, or make use of underutilized space, we'll tell you exactly what's buildable on your property under current San Diego County building code — starting with a free consultation. We've worked with building departments in San Diego, La Jolla, Chula Vista, Escondido, National City, and El Cajon, and know how each city handles ADU applications.
Get a Free ConsultationWhat's Included
- Custom Floor Plans
- Permit-Ready Drawings
- Full Permit Support
- 3D Renderings
How It Works
From your first call to permit approval — here's our proven process for adu design projects.
Free Consultation
We evaluate your property, discuss your goals, and outline what's possible under local zoning rules.
Concept Design
We create initial floor plans and 3D concepts based on your lot, budget, and vision.
Construction Drawings
Our team produces detailed permit-ready drawings including floor plans, elevations, and sections.
Permit Submittal
We submit your plans to the building department and handle all plan check responses until approval.
What We Deliver
Every adu design project includes these core deliverables.
Custom Floor Plans
ADU floor plans designed around your lot dimensions, setbacks, and city zoning rules
Permit-Ready Drawings
Complete construction drawings ready for building department submittal
Full Permit Support
We handle the full permit application and submittal process
3D Renderings
Visualize your ADU before building with detailed 3D renderings
Code Compliance
Full compliance with local zoning, setbacks, and building codes
We Handle the Permits
We manage the full permit process so you're not dealing with the building department on your own
Ready to start your adu design project?
Get a free consultation and custom quote. We'll evaluate your property and walk you through the entire process.
Cities We Serve
We provide adu design services across San Diego County. View our full service areas for local permit details and building department information.
San Diego
High ADU demand across all neighborhoods; coastal areas may need Coastal Commission review.
La Jolla
Premium coastal properties; Coastal Zone permits may apply.
Chula Vista
Second-largest city in San Diego County; active ADU permitting.
Escondido
Larger lots make detached ADUs especially feasible.
National City
Urban lots favor attached ADUs and garage conversions.
El Cajon
Affordable lots with good space for detached ADUs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Every ADU project is different — the timeline depends on your property, the type of unit, and which city's building department is reviewing the plans. We'll give you a realistic schedule during your free consultation once we understand the full scope.
Yes. We handle the full permit process — from preparing construction drawings to submitting applications and coordinating with your local building department.
ADU design costs vary based on size, complexity, and your city's requirements. Contact us for a free consultation and custom quote.
Most single-family lots in California qualify for an ADU under state law. We'll evaluate your property's zoning and setback requirements during our initial consultation.
In San Diego County, detached ADUs can be up to 1,200 sq ft. Junior ADUs (JADUs) are capped at 500 sq ft and must be within the existing home. We design ADU floor plans across the full range — from compact 500 sq ft studios to 1,200 sq ft two-bedroom units — and can show you what fits your specific lot.
A detached ADU is a separate structure on your lot — a backyard cottage or converted garage. An attached ADU shares a wall with your main home, like a converted garage or a new addition. Both require the same permit-ready drawings and building department approval. We design both types throughout San Diego County.
Ready to start your ADU or home project?
We handle design, drawings, and permits — start to finish. Get a free consultation and custom quote, no obligation.