Garage Conversions & Casitas: What You Need to Know About Adding ADUs in Chandler

Garage Conversions & Casitas: What You Need to Know About Adding ADUs in Chandler

May 21, 20252 min read

🏡 Unlock Your Property's Potential: Adding an ADU in Chandler

Hey Chandler homeowners! Want to turn your garage into cash? Or build a cozy casita for Grandma? Let’s talk about ADUs—a smart way to boost your property value and add flexible living space. 🚀

What’s an ADU?

An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is a small home built on the same lot as your main house. It has:

  • A kitchen 🍳

  • A bathroom 🚿

  • A bedroom or living space 🛏️

  • And its own entrance 🚪

People also call them:
👉 Casitas
👉 Granny flats
👉 Guest houses
👉 In-law suites

You can build them two main ways:

  • Convert a garage (cheaper)

  • Build a detached tiny home (more private)

Why Build One?

Here’s why Chandler is buzzing about ADUs in 2025:

Earn rental income – Get $1,200 to $2,200/month. That’s like having your mortgage help pay itself!
House your family – Give space to aging parents or kids coming back home.
Boost your home’s value – Homes with ADUs can sell for thousands more!
More use out of your lot – Turn empty space into usable space.

What’s New in Chandler?

Good news! A new state law called HB 2720 says Chandler must allow ADUs. 🎉
You can now:

  • Build 1 attached AND 1 detached ADU on most homes

  • Skip adding extra parking

  • Build closer to the property line

  • Include a full kitchen

  • Rent it out long-term (and maybe short-term too!)

But here's the deal—rules are still changing, so double-check with Chandler’s Development Services before you start. 📞

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Steps to Build Your ADU

  1. Check your property – Is there room? What’s your goal?

  2. Create a plan – Hire a designer or design-build firm.

  3. Get permits – Submit your plans to Chandler’s city office.

  4. Build it – Start construction once approved.

  5. Get inspected – The city will check your work.

  6. Start using or renting it – Done and done!

⏱️ From start to finish, this process takes months. But the reward? Totally worth it.

Watch Out For...

⚠️ Property taxes will go up (you’re adding value, after all).
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Utility hookups might cost more than you think—especially for new builds.
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HOA rules might still try to limit what you can do—read the fine print.
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Hiring the wrong contractor can cost you time and money. Always check licenses and reviews!

Is This Right for You?

If you want:

  • Extra income 💸

  • More room for family 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

  • A higher home value 🏡

…then building an ADU in Chandler might be your best move in 2025.

Ready to Explore Your ADU Options?

🏗️ Talk to Chandler’s Development Services today:
👉
City of Chandler Website

💬 Need help with planning or finding a contractor? Message me anytime—I'm here to guide you!


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