What does SFBay ADU mean?

San Francisco Bay Accessory Dwelling Unit

WHO IS SFBay ADU?

Your One-Stop Shop For All Your ADU Needs

The process to building an ADU can be long and confusing, which is why we are your expert ADU one-stop shop, where we’ll take care of everything from A-Z. No more headaches and no nore confusion. Design, permit, and build with SFBay ADU!
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Backyard Homes in the Bay Area, CA

Backyard Homes We specialize in homes from 600 to 1200 sq ft, designed and built by experienced ADU builders in California, with our main focus in Bay Area, creating great spaces for both property owners and future residents.

Your Leading Bay Area ADU One-Stop-Shop with over 15 years of ADU experience!

Design, Permit, & Build with SFBayADU.

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To Our Customers

We created our company because we saw the value of helping owners generate more income and maximize their properties by building ADUs. The current process is very cumbersome so we have developed a one stop shop from permits to construction. We look forward to the opportunity to work with you and make a difference in our communities.

Our clients are able to generate monthly rental income on their ADUs in the Bay Area and increase the value of their properties by adding additional legalized livable space.

Kamal Hyder

Founder and CEO

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To Our Customers

We created our company because we saw the value of helping owners generate more income and maximize their properties by building ADUs. The current process is very cumbersome so we have developed a one stop shop from permits to construction. We look forward to the opportunity to work with you and make a difference in our communities.

Our clients are able to generate monthly rental income on their ADUs in the Bay Area and increase the value of their properties by adding additional legalized livable space.

Kamal Hyder

Founder and CEO

Message From CEO
Permit-Ready ADU Plan

We are a Pre-Approved ADU Builder in San Jose, CA

We are excited to share that several of our ADUs at SFBayADU are pre-approved by the San Jose Building and Planning Department. This achievement means that you can benefit from a significantly expedited permitting process. Our standardized construction plans, preapproved by the City, ensure the fastest and most cost-effective permit process. Though a site-specific plan submission is still required, our team expertly handles the process for you. Choose SFBayADU for your San Jose build and enjoy the advantages of the streamlined process!

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San Jose Pre-Approved ADU Floor Plan

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San Jose Pre-Approved ADU Floor Plan

We are a Pre-Approved ADU Builder in Milpitas, CA

SFBayADU secured pre-approval for its ADU plan under the City of Milpitas Pre-Approved ADU Program in 2026. Our detached 747-square-foot, 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom design holds approval under the 2025 California Codes, so your project sidesteps much of the conventional plan-review timeline. Standardized construction plans, vetted in advance by the City, translate into a faster and more cost-effective permit path. A site-specific submittal is still required for your parcel, yet our team shepherds that step from start to finish. Choose SFBayADU for your Milpitas build and reap the advantages of a genuinely streamlined process!

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Milpitas Pre-Approved ADU Floor Plan

ADU STORIES

We Build A Second Home (ADU) In Your Backyard

Building a Secondary dwelling unit in Bay Area

Secondary Dwelling Unit is an extra home typically smaller than the existing main/primary house on the property that can be located in the backyard.

Building a Granny flat ADU in Bay Area

Granny Flat is a popular way for families to accommodate aging parents and keep both grandparents and grandkids happy.

Building a Garden cottage ADU in Bay Area

Garden Cottage is an option for a second dwelling unit that has a unique style with a mix of traditional materials and informal design evoking the sense of harmony.

Building a Backyard Cottage in Bay Area

Backyard Cottage is a cozy small house in the backyard of a single-family home legally permitted and built to current building codes.

Building a Garage conversion ADU in Bay Area

Garage Conversion is a way to add living space where one previously stored cars without changing lot coverage.

Mother-in-law suite ADU

Mother-In-Law Suite is a detached guest house specifically designed for your older relative so that you could live close by, but also keep enough privacy for yourself.

What Our Clients Are Saying

Testimonial
Nandita
Nandita

Home Owner

Kamal built our garage ADU. He was fantastic. He was diligent in working with the city on permits and making sure we passed every inspection. He stayed within budget with lower cost engineering.

Kou
Kou

Home Owner

Kamal is dependable, transparent, and resourceful, providing expert guidance, contractor discounts, clear communication, and outstanding results throughout every project.

Jonathan
Jonathan

Home Owner

Kamal and his team expertly guided our ADU project from design to completion with integrity, exceptional craftsmanship, attention to detail, and unwavering commitment throughout every stage

Moyo
Moyo

Home Owner

Choosing Kamal was one of our best decisions. He delivered quality work, kept every promise, treated us fairly, and became a trusted friend throughout the entire building process.

Tessie
Tessie

Home Owner

Working with Kamal was exceptional. His professionalism, honesty, communication, and craftsmanship delivered a beautiful ADU that impressed everyone and rented quickly.

Marko
Marko

Home Owner

Kamal was professional, responsive, and reliable throughout our ADU project. His communication, quality workmanship, and dedication earned our trust and future business.

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