
Garage Conversions & Casitas: What You Need to Know About Adding ADUs in Chandler
🏡 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. 📞
Steps to Build Your ADU
Check your property – Is there room? What’s your goal?
Create a plan – Hire a designer or design-build firm.
Get permits – Submit your plans to Chandler’s city office.
Build it – Start construction once approved.
Get inspected – The city will check your work.
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).
⚠️ Utility hookups might cost more than you think—especially for new builds.
⚠️ HOA rules might still try to limit what you can do—read the fine print.
⚠️ 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!