Accessory Dwelling Units

A Look Inside

An accessory dwelling unit (ADU) — also known as a backyard house, guest house, or casita — is a small home that can be constructed alongside a larger, single-family home on the same lot or as a part of a community development. ADUs are standalone residences that contain a kitchen, living room, bedroom and bathroom. Genesis Homes designs and builds ADUs ranging from 435 to 660 square feet.

Genesis floor plans incorporate purposeful designs that prioritize exceptional living experiences. The units’ high ceilings, window placement, separated bathroom and bedroom, and more were consciously chosen to make the most out of every square foot.

A Look Around

Zoning laws differ from city to city, but some municipalities are easing restrictions to allow for more affordable housing. Genesis ADUs offer consumers greater options to choose the locations and price points that are best for them.

5 Ways to Use ADUs

ADUs are as versatile as they are convenient. Here are five popular ways ADUs are being used across the country.

1. Long-Term Rental Unit
   ADUs are as versatile as they are convenient. Here are five popular ways ADUs are being used across the country.1. Long-Term Rental Unit
2. Vacation Rental Unit
   ADUs are the optimal vacation rental unit, as they provide affordable lodging in a variety of destinations.
3. Granny Flat
   Today, more and more seniors are choosing to stay at home with family instead of moving to pricey retirement homes. ADUs give families the opportunity to stay close together, while also providing older generations with the independence they desire and deserve.
4. Home Office/Studio
   ADUs are a great way to extend a home’s living space without taking on a large-scale construction project. An ADU can transform into an art studio, home office or playroom for the kids.
5. Micro Communities and Developments
   Micro communities consisting of ADUs (in municipalities that permit them) are a groundbreaking approach to affordable housing.

3 Factory-Built Benefits

Genesis Homes’ line of ADUs is built in over a dozen manufacturing facilities and available in 48 states. After being constructed in a factory, the unit is delivered to the building site for the builder to install.

There are many benefits to offsite construction, including:

1. Safeguards
   Building a home indoors shields it from the elements, water damage and mold. It also protects against theft and other construction-site issues that can arise.
2. Savings
   We purchase materials such as lumber wholesale through our nationwide factory network, allowing for a domino effect of affordability.
3. Speed
   Factory-built ADUs can be constructed much faster than their site-built counterparts. Our ADU units can be built in a matter of days and installation by the builder can take an additional few days. In comparison, site-built ADUs typically take much longer to complete.