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ADUs

Accessory Dwelling Units

  • New California building code means building an ADU is easier than ever!

  • Current lead times are 1-week from contract signing for delivery of initial base plans to client.

  • 1-month turnaround time for the full submittal set is typical (timeframe does not account for 3rd-party plans outside of SHEAR FORCE DRAFTING & CONSULTING's control.)

  • ADU plan pricing starts at $3500 min.

  • Footage pricing is for all structural areas, living, garage, porch, covered patio, balcony, storage, loft, etc.

See Typical Workflow Process Below

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STEP 1

  • SHEAR FORCE DRAFTING & CONSULTING staff will meet with client in person or have a free over-the phone/email consultation.

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  • We have a variety of ADU models to choose from, allowing for an expedited design process.

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  • Design requirements are decided on, contract is signed.

STEP 2

  • After deposit is received, work begins.

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  • Initial base plan is produced from client provided drawings to SHEAR FORCE DRAFTING & CONSULTING models within 2-weeks from start date.

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STEP 3

  • Client makes changes to base plan.

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  • SHEAR FORCE DRAFTING & CONSULTING drafts requested changes until plans reflect client’s requested spec.

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STEP 4 (OPTIONAL BUT RECOMMENDED)

  • Design is sent / brought to local jurisdiction’s building department for approval & comments by the client.

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  • Design requirements/limitations vary wildly across jurisdictions, we strongly recommend this step to avoid project setbacks or additional drafting fees.

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  • If design is not feasible, changes are made until approval

STEP 5

  • Final design is sent to engineers/ required 3rd parties.

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  • (Trusses, Grading, Fire-sprinklers, T24 ENERGY, etc.) Design is altered if needed.

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  • We strongly recommend the client gets the project lot surveyed to confirm actual setbacks, clearances, & site conditions.

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  • Client bears full responsibility for Plot Plan inaccuracies that result from not obtaining a survey that negatively affect the project.

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STEP 6

  • Final edits are made, all plans, including 3rd parties are compiled into a full submittal package, ready for digital or physical submission. (We provide files for digital submittal only.)

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  • Client submits plans.

STEP 7

  • Planning comments return to client and are forwarded to SHEAR FORCE DRAFTING & CONSULTING (if any).

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  • SHEAR FORCE DRAFTING & CONSULTING makes corrections to plans, then plans are re-submitted by client.

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  • Repeat until permits are granted. 

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STEP 8

  • DONE!

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  • Once your inspections have passed and applicable fees are paid, you are ready for construction.

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  • SHEAR FORCE DRAFTING & CONSULTING provides field support for any issues encountered on-site (limited to plans produced by SHEAR FORCE DRAFTING & CONSULTING only.)

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  • ALL PLANS SUBJECT TO TERMS OF SERVICE AND CURRENT LEAD TIMES. SEE FAQ PAGE OR CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION.

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