Tony and his team have completed several residential projects for us – – Both indoor and outdoor, including kitchen remodel, deck design, a pergola, and deck railing and step replacement. All projects have been professionally executed, fairly priced and we would use CHS again without hesitation in the future.
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ADU Construction in Austin, TX
CHS Construction and Remodeling builds ADUs in Austin, TX for homeowners who want added living space or rental income.
- Adds a fully independent living unit that can generate long-term rental income on your Austin property
- Increases your home's resale value by expanding usable square footage with a permitted, code-compliant structure
- Provides a private, self-contained space for aging parents, adult children, or guests without leaving your property
- Built to meet Austin's impervious cover limits and setback rules, reducing the risk of costly redesigns or code violations
- Garage conversion option makes use of an existing footprint, lowering site preparation demands on constrained lots
- Coordinated trade management across framing, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC keeps your project on a single point of contact
Expert ADU Construction in Austin, TX
ADU construction in Austin gives homeowners a practical way to add a fully independent living unit to their property. CHS Construction and Remodeling handles the full scope of work, from site assessment and design coordination to framing, mechanical rough-ins, and final inspections. We build detached backyard units, attached additions, and garage conversions, each designed to meet Austin's Land Development Code requirements. Austin's HOME Initiative expanded ADU eligibility to SF-1, SF-2, and SF-3 zones and reduced the minimum lot size to 2,500 square feet, meaning more Austin properties now qualify than ever before. Site-specific factors like heritage tree root zones, impervious cover limits, and setback requirements vary by lot, so every project starts with a thorough feasibility review of your specific address. Whether you want a private space for family, a long-term rental unit, or a dedicated home office, we build to code and coordinate each trade from start to finish. Contact CHS Construction and Remodeling to schedule your site review.
What's included
- Adds a fully independent living unit that can generate long-term rental income on your Austin property
- Increases your home's resale value by expanding usable square footage with a permitted, code-compliant structure
- Provides a private, self-contained space for aging parents, adult children, or guests without leaving your property
- Built to meet Austin's impervious cover limits and setback rules, reducing the risk of costly redesigns or code violations
- Garage conversion option makes use of an existing footprint, lowering site preparation demands on constrained lots
- Coordinated trade management across framing, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC keeps your project on a single point of contact
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ADU Construction FAQ
Common questions about adu construction in Austin, TX.
Most single-family lots in Austin zoned SF-1, SF-2, or SF-3 now qualify following the HOME Initiative updates. A site-specific feasibility check of your address, zoning, setbacks, and impervious cover will confirm whether your lot is buildable.
We build detached backyard units, attached additions, and garage conversions in Austin. Each type has different setback and building coverage considerations, so the right fit depends on your lot layout and goals.
Yes, long-term rental use is permitted for ADUs in Austin. Short-term rental use is limited to 30 days per year for units built after October 1, 2015, so most homeowners use their ADU for long-term tenants or family housing.
Austin caps ADU size at 1,100 square feet or 15% of your lot area, whichever is smaller. Your specific lot dimensions, existing impervious cover, and zoning district all affect the maximum buildable footprint.
Yes, adding a permitted structure in Austin increases your assessed property value, which adjusts your tax bill. The size and finish level of the ADU determine the extent of that increase.
Austin has removed mandatory off-street parking requirements for most new ADU construction. Properties near high-frequency transit corridors may qualify for additional flexibility, and your lot configuration will be reviewed during the planning phase.
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