Journal
What we have learned building here.
Guides to the parts of a project that decide how it goes: the rules, the jurisdictions, and what things cost.
· 7 minute read
Building an ADU in Santa Barbara
The four types, what the rules actually require, what it costs, and what changed in California law in 2026.
· 5 minute read
Santa Barbara County pre-approved ADU plans
Four free floor plans, already reviewed for code compliance. What the program covers, who qualifies, and what you still need.