Home additions and adus in Snohomish County, WA

In many cases, yes. Washington has made accessory dwelling units, like backyard cottages and garage conversions, easier to permit in recent years. Every lot is different, though, so we'll check your zoning, setbacks, septic or sewer, and parking before you spend money on plans.

Yes. Our Lake Stevens ADU is a new-build attached one-bedroom unit with its own kitchen and bath, built over a two-car garage, with a finished workout room and half bath on the ground level.

It depends on the project and how busy the permit office is. Simple permits can come through in a few weeks, while additions and new homes can take a few months. We'll factor permit time into your schedule from day one so there are no surprises.

We do. Pulling permits, drawing up what the building department needs, and scheduling inspections are all part of our job. Be cautious with any contractor who asks you to pull the permit in your name, because that can leave you holding the responsibility if something fails inspection.