Unpermitted Guesthouse and Garage Conversions In Los Angeles

Here in Los Angeles you can encounter unpermitted guesthouses and garage conversions on every block and often displayed as rental units on social site. Though some of these dwellings are more obvious than others, the fact stands in Los Angeles guesthouses and garage conversions must have architectural plans and permits in order to be legal.

The first step to legalizing your unpermitted garage conversion is the draw floor plans and submit them to the city in order to obtain the building permits. Our sister company has many different floor plans to choose from. Click here to visit the website ADU Architectural Designs.

Often times homeowners do not know they have to get permits to do a garage conversion or that it is even illegal to do them. Until recently homeowners have gotten away with illegal garage conversions and building of guesthouses. Thanks to an increase in population and rising rents and living costs, cities are no finding and citing homeowners at a frequent pace for illegal structures. The costs of the citations and subsequent action you will have to take after can cost you thousands.  Actions include having to undo the conversion and demolish the guesthouse.  From many homeowners the extra space provided by the garage or guesthouse is not just about space for the family but for many their income.  As rents continue to soar, many are renting out their extra spaces for others in need.  If they are cited and forced to undo their changes they will also have to pay the tenant to move out Before the rest of the costs. This could mean debt for many.  The easiest way to avoid all of this trouble is to ensure that your extra space is legal in Los Angeles.

Do You Have An Unpermitted Structure In Your Los Angeles ?

If you have an unpermitted structure than you need to take the time to get the necessary permits.  Don’t wait and hope that you will be a lucky duck, because with more and more rules coming everyday with renting you will get caught and you don’t want to have to deal with the hassle and fallout. If you are worried about costs, permits and building codes, never fear! Give us a call and let us handle all the stress. You worry about taking the first step in legalizing your structure and let us deal with the rest!

We, ADU Construction & Design, pride ourselves on being professional, reliable, and affordable. We can help you build or convert your garage. We are fully licensed and fully insured. Contact us for a free, no obligation consultation at 1-818-532-0482.