The Places · Santa Clara County
ADU builder in Los Altos.
Some of the highest land values in the country make an ADU here a powerful equity and family-housing play. We deliver a finish that belongs in the neighborhood. $199K–$599K all-inclusive, with a permitting budget built in. Most homes are delivered in 4 to 9 months once permits clear.
65 min from our Salinas factory
Approximate Los Altos build neighborhood, never exact addresses.
Los Altos ADU Rules
What applies on your lot.
1,200
ft² max · detached ADU
4 ft
min. side / rear setback
60-day
ministerial permit clock
1
parking space max, often waived
Los Altos follows the California statewide ADU baseline; local rules can't go below it.
Full rulebook with citations →Why Us for Los Altos
We're local. Actually.
Our family-run team is based right here. Our factory sits in Salinas, 65 minutes from Los Altos, and we have built across this region for years. When we say "local," we don't mean a sales rep who covers your area from somewhere else. We mean the people who design, build, and deliver your home are your neighbors.
That matters more than you'd think. When a planning department needs a clarification, we go in person. When an inspector flags something, we are there the same day. No phone tag, no road trips, no "we'll get back to you next week."
40+
years of building experience
65
minutes from our factory
4–9
months to keys
4.9/5
stars on Google
Los Altos Santa Clara County
Popular in Los Altos
These three models fit most Los Altos lots.
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Los Altos ADU FAQ
Questions about building in Los Altos.
Los Altos follows California state ADU law. For the full rulebook with citations, see our ADU Rules Lookup, the Santa Clara County ADU regulations guide, or the statewide California ADU laws 2026 overview.
How big can an ADU be in Los Altos?
What are the setback requirements in Los Altos?
Do I need to add a parking space?
How much are Los Altos ADU permit fees?
How far is your factory from Los Altos?
Your Los Altos Property
Let's see if your property in Los Altos is ADU-ready.
Our team will pull your property records, check setbacks, and tell you straight in about 30 minutes, free.
- A shortlist of which models actually fit your lot
- Honest flags on anything property-specific, like slope or septic
- A clear next step, whether that is a factory tour or a feasibility study
- No pressure, and no obligation
Once you submit, a real person on our team reviews your property and follows up within 1 to 2 business days to book your free 30-minute call. No call center, no drip campaign, just a conversation.
After we review your property, we'll invite you out to the factory, or send a member of our team to you, whichever fits your schedule better.
Building more than one? If you're a real estate developer or investor planning multiple units, let us know in the form. We offer better pricing at volume.
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