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Custom 2 Bedroom ADU for Rental Income in Carlsbad

Highland Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Homeowner Story: Generate rental income

Other Features: Deck

Special Circumstance: Coastal Zone

Status: Permitting
2 Bed
2 Bath
997 ft 2
One Story

This custom 2-bedroom Accessory Dwelling Unit in Carlsbad offers a blend of modern comfort and practicality, perfect for generating rental income. Nestled in the vibrant community of Carlsbad, it boasts contemporary design features and functional spaces. With its two well-appointed bedrooms, it provides ample accommodation for tenants seeking a cozy yet stylish living arrangement. Whether it’s professionals, small families, or retirees, this ADU offers a versatile rental option in one of Carlsbad’s sought-after neighborhoods.

Floor Plan:

2BR/2BA 45×26 L-Shape

This 997 sq ft L-shaped floor plan features two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a central living room and kitchen. The primary bedroom includes an en suite bath and walk-in closet, while the second bath serves the common areas and secondary bedroom.
Build Cost: $335K
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Community:

The Carlsbad ADU Guide

Several SnapADU team members live in Carlsbad, and we know the city’s regulations and processes very well. Turnaround times at the city are moderate. Carlsbad requires in-person submissions as well as soils reports (>750sqft), both of which do add some processing time and expense. Also, some of Carlsbad is in the coastal zone and minor use permits are required in those areas.

What about Carlsbad’s Accessory Dwelling Unit Permit Ready Program?

You may have heard about the City of Carlsbad’s permit ready ADU program. Under the program, the city offers a handful of floor plans that may be used by the public.

However, these plans require property-specific modifications and additional documentation to meet full permitting requirements. While initially seeming cost-effective, pre-approved plans may not offer significant savings due to construction costs and potential design adjustments needed for your specific site. To our knowledge, the permitting time for these plans is also not any different than other ADU plans.

For a detailed exploration of using pre-approved ADU plans and their implications, read more about the considerations for using pre-approved ADU plans from cities.

Learn more about building an ADU in Carlsbad
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