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  "name": "What is an ADU and how does ADU construction actually work in Los Angeles County?",
  "description": "An ADU is a **self-contained secondary home** on the same lot as your main house, with its own kitchen, bathroom, entrance, and living/sleeping area. In Los Ang",
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        "text": "An ADU is a **self-contained secondary home** on the same lot as your main house, with its own kitchen, bathroom, entrance, and living/sleeping area. In Los Angeles County, ADUs are heavily regulated but strongly supported by state law, so many residential lots qualify.\n\nMost projects follow a predictable path: feasibility review, design, planning approval, building permits, and then construction and inspections. Understanding this sequence helps you avoid costly rework or delays.\n\nKey factors:\n- Local zoning (single-family vs multifamily, setbacks, height limits)\n- Type of ADU (detached, attached, garage conversion, JADU)\n- Utility access (sewer, water, electrical capacity)\n- Budget and financing plan\n\nStart by confirming your zoning and basic constraints, then talk with a designer or builder who knows LA County’s ADU rules to shape a realistic plan. Getting the rules clear before you fall in love with a design will save money, time, and stress later.\n\nA team experienced in ADU construction in Los Angeles County can keep you aligned with both state and county requirements from day one."
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