Build an ADU in Santa Clarita—smart space with a clear process

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Adding an accessory dwelling unit in Santa Clarita creates private space for family, dependable long-term rental income, or a quiet studio—often on larger north-county parcels with drive access and room for detached placements. MF ADU provides pre-engineered, permit-ready models and a managed path from feasibility to installation—planned for newer subdivisions, HOA considerations, and the utility distances common across Santa Clarita neighborhoods.

Why Santa Clarita homeowners choose MF ADU

  • Footprints tuned to preserve yard space, parking, and privacy from the main residence

  • Transparent pricing with documented inclusions and site-work allowances

  • Done with you coordination from feasibility and selections through installation

  • Durable finishes that stand up to everyday family use and long-term tenancy

  • Popular fits for Santa Clarita lots

    • Studios & 1-Bed ADUs - Ideal for guest suites, home offices, or caregiver housing with minimal yard impact.

    • 2-Bed ADUs - Common on deeper parcels for multigenerational living or stable rentals while keeping outdoor areas usable.

    • Rear yard and drive-aisle placements - Discreet entries, noise-aware glazing, and utility routing optimized for longer runs on larger lots.

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Santa Clarita permitting at a glance

ADUs are allowed on most single-family and many multifamily parcels (site-specific). Typical considerations include setbacks, height, lot coverage, utility locations, parking, and (in some areas) HOA/CC&R design rules. Portions of Santa Clarita touch Hillside/WUI areas; fire access, defensible space, or drainage details can add steps. Our feasibility check reviews parcel data, overlays, utilities, and access and maps the cleanest route to approvals. (General info; final eligibility depends on your parcel and current city rules.)

What the process looks like

  1. Feasibility & Fit – Review parcel, access, utilities/panel capacity, and the best-fit model.

  2. Selections & Scope – Confirm finishes, options, and site-work assumptions; align foundation, drainage, and utility plans.

  3. Permits & Approvals – Prepare a permit-ready package and coordinate with the city and any HOA/hillside reviews.

  4. Site Preparation & Installation – Foundation, trenching, delivery/assembly, interior finish, inspections.

  5. Handover – Walkthrough, documents, and guidance for rental or guest use.

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Pricing & timelines

Total cost depends on model size, foundation type, distance to utilities, panel upgrades, access logistics, and any HOA or hillside/WUI requirements. After feasibility, we provide a site-specific estimate and milestone schedule.

Did you know?

Many Santa Clarita parcels can accommodate a detached ADU with its own patio and entry—creating truly separate living space while keeping the main home’s street presence unchanged.

Nearby areas we serve

Valencia • Saugus • Newhall • Canyon Country • Stevenson Ranch • Castaic

Start your Santa Clarita ADU

Ready to add flexible space or a long-term rental? Contact us for a feasibility review and a clear plan tailored to your property.

FAQs - Santa Clarita

  • Often no when near transit or when replacing existing spaces, but it’s parcel-specific. We confirm during feasibility.

  • Timelines vary by model, review cycles (including any HOA/hillside steps), and site work. After feasibility, you’ll receive a step-by-step schedule.

  • Yes—many Santa Clarita owners use ADUs for long-term rentals or family housing. We review best practices during handover.

  • Panel capacity checks, longer trenching distances on larger lots, and sewer/water tie-ins. These are included in your documented scope.

  • Feasibility identifies added requirements—design rules, fire access/defensible space, and grading/drainage details—and the simplest path to approvals.