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  "name": "How long does the whole ADU process take in Los Angeles, from idea to move‑in?",
  "description": "From first concept to move‑in, most Los Angeles ADU projects take about 6–12 months, with roughly half the time in design/permits and half in construction. Stra",
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        "text": "From first concept to move‑in, most Los Angeles ADU projects take about 6–12 months, with roughly half the time in design/permits and half in construction. Straightforward garage conversions can be on the shorter end; complex detached two‑story ADUs trend longer. \n\nCity review timelines, plan revisions, and utility coordination are what usually stretch the schedule—not just the actual build.\n\nKey factors:\n- City plan-check speed and how many review cycles are needed\n- Whether you’re doing a conversion vs new detached build\n- Material availability and contractor schedule\n- Change orders or design changes mid‑project\n\nPlan on 2–4 months for design and permits and 3–6+ months for construction, then add buffer. If you have a deadline (like a lease ending), discuss it early so your contractor can sequence work and permitting as efficiently as possible."
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