Book a complimentary 45-minute consultation with our principal architect to evaluate your property's multi-unit potential, from feasibility through approved permits.
Evaluate how many units your lot can support under current San Diego zoning and density bonus programs
Get ballpark costs for design, permitting, and construction based on your development scope
Walk through the permitting strategy, timeline, and regulatory incentives available for your specific property
Duplexes, triplexes, bungalow courts, and developments up to 16 units on a single lot. We've designed multi-unit projects across San Diego's most active development corridors.
One team handles everything from feasibility analysis through approved plans. Our permit specialist spent years working inside San Diego's Development Services Department.
Our principal architect has self-funded and developed multiple multi-unit projects on his own properties. We understand the ROI math because we've run the numbers on our own deals.
A selection of multi-unit developments we've designed and permitted across San Diego. From duplexes to bungalow courts, each project maximizes density without sacrificing livability.
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Common questions + answers about multi-unit development, density bonus programs, and building multiple ADUs in San Diego.
It depends on your lot size, zoning, and which density bonus programs apply. Many single-family lots in San Diego can support 2-4 units under current state law, and some qualify for significantly more through the ADU Home Density Bonus Program or SDA incentives. We'll evaluate your specific lot during the consultation.
A single ADU is one additional unit on your property. Multi-unit development means designing 2-12+ units using a combination of ADUs, JADUs, and dwelling units, often configured as duplexes, triplexes, or bungalow courts. The budget, permitting strategy, and design complexity are fundamentally different from a single backyard ADU.
Architecture fees for multi-unit projects typically start at $30,000+ for design and permitting, scaling with unit count and complexity. Construction costs generally range from $300-$450 per square foot. During your consultation, we'll give you ballpark ranges based on your lot and target unit count.
The main programs include the ADU Home Density Bonus Program, Sustainable Development Area (SDA) incentives, and the state density bonus law. Each offers different unit count bonuses and regulatory concessions depending on your lot's location and zoning. We'll walk through which programs apply to your property during the consultation.
Not necessarily. Some density bonus programs require affordable units, but strategies like the "Accessible ADU" bonus can help you avoid that requirement in certain cases. The answer depends on which programs you're using and how many units you're building. We'll cover this during your consultation.
Book your complimentary 45-minute consultation with Sean Canning, our principal architect, and get a clear roadmap for maximizing your lot.
