San Diego
Accepted regional preapproved plans
Check which County, Chula Vista or Encinitas plan sets the city currently accepts. Licensing, site work and permit fees remain separate.
Open official plan resource ↗Read the local guide ↗California / Local ADU planning
Your ADU,
in San Diego.
City and county permit paths, regional standard plans and local provider research.
The local starting point
San Diego city, Chula Vista, Encinitas and the unincorporated county have distinct processes. Check jurisdiction before choosing a standard plan.
4 jurisdiction guides189 provider records
Start with the right permit office
Find your local guide.
Four city/county guides, with additional business candidates drawn from City of San Diego permit records.
Explore the design options
Local plan programs.
A standard design still needs site-specific work. Program participation does not verify a builder’s current license.
San Diego County
County ADU plans A–F
600, 800, 1,000 and 1,200 sq ft options. Plans G and H on the same page are labeled single-family dwelling only.
Open official plan resource ↗Read the local guide ↗Chula Vista
Chula Vista City Standard ADU Plans
The city identifies SnapADU as its standard-plan collaborator. Ask for current plan choices, licensing costs and the site-design scope.
Open official plan resource ↗Read the local guide ↗Encinitas
Encinitas PRADU application resources
Confirm current plan availability and submission requirements with the city before committing to a design.
Open official plan resource ↗Read the local guide ↗Make a useful shortlist
Explore ADU providers.
Company websites and public permits provide different kinds of evidence. Listings are research starting points; confirm service area, credentials and availability directly.
Get ready for the first conversation
A clearer scope.
A more useful quote.
Build a budget with your own local estimates, then compare providers on design, site work, utilities and permit responsibilities.
Build your budget ↗Before you hire
Use the quote comparison checklist ↗California CSLB contractor lookup ↗Check the relevant professional board for architects and other separately licensed services.