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ADU Builder — Lexington, KY

Detached ADU

A standalone backyard cottage, fully independent from your main house — maximum flexibility for rental or family use.

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Price range

Typical range $75,000-$235,000; final price varies with scope, site, and finishes - quoted after site visit

Timeline

4-5 months total (1-2 weeks design, permit review, 8-12 weeks build)

The Process

  1. 1Site visit to confirm buildable envelope, setbacks, and utility distance
  2. 2Design and floor plan finalized to your square footage and budget
  3. 3Permit application submitted to LFUCG; we manage all plan review responses
  4. 4Foundation, framing, roofing, and exterior finishes
  5. 5Interior build-out: electrical, plumbing, drywall, flooring, fixtures
  6. 6Final inspection and move-in walkthrough

Is this the right fit?

Homeowners with usable yard space who want full independence from the main house's layout and the most rental/resale flexibility.

Project Gallery

Gallery coming soon as our first productized ADU builds complete.

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