ADU with Dual Suites in San Marcos

Our narrow 2 bedroom ADU plan offers a practical layout in under 750 sq ft, perfect for tight spaces. At just 17 feet wide, it features two bedrooms at opposite ends of the unit, each with its own private bathroom. An open-concept living room and kitchen occupy the center, creating a welcoming shared space while maintaining privacy for each bedroom.

We’ve been honored to be selected to design the City of San Marcos pre-approved ADU plans, which will be released in 2024. SnapADU has permitted or is in the process of permitting numerous projects within the city, and we know the city’s regulations and processes very well.

One unusual requirement in San Marcos is that ADUs generally cannot be in the front yard (though SB-897 passed Aug 2022 will limit city’s ability to enforce this). They also require a soils report for ADUs >500 sqft. San Marcos allows for digital submissions. Turnaround times at the city are moderate.

Additionally, we have seen San Marcos projects require interaction with the Community Facilities Districts (CFD), which are commonly referred to as Mello-Roos Districts, to finance local public facilities and services. This can add months to the processing time.