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Planning and Building Permit Rules for an Accessory Dwelling in Berkeley, CA
At New Avenue we have paid over 30 different types of permits to get residential projects approved. These are “normal” projects too such as additions, remodels, restorations, accessory dwellings accessory structures and custom homes.
How to Deal With Subcontractors: Don’t!
"Roofers are a different breed, dude. You can't imagine what I deal with." This is what a cousin of mine who works with building materials recently said…
How our software makes ADUs, additions, or custom homes easier
Designing and building an ADU, addition, or custom home is a complicated process that involves one to two years of planning, design, and construction…
Adding an accessory dwelling and garage with solar power in San Jose
The owners of a beautiful property in San Jose, California, wanted to add a new accessory dwelling and garage that they could use for family or as a rental home. They decided to add a 698-square-foot, one-bedroom ADU along with a 375-square-foot garage and power it all with solar panels. The accessory dwelling features a bedroom large enough for a California king bed, an open kitchen/living/dining area, a full bathroom, and a covered patio. Here are the plans.
San Rafael Remodel: Transforming a Home for Raising a Family in Marin County
Brooke and Rob are two young professionals working in San Francisco who bought a three bedroom, two and a half bath home in San Rafael. The 1,675 square feet home was used as a duplex and they were looking to remodel the entire place for their growing family…
Our 230-Point Checklist for Design and Construction Budgeting Keeps Projects Free of Surprises
We consider it part of our job at New Avenue to share crucial information with everyone — customers, designers, and contractors alike…
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