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Accessory Dwelling Units · Jacksonville & Northeast Florida
Accessory Dwelling Units in Jacksonville, FL
Create independent living space without leaving the property you love. Explore detached guest houses, attached ADU concepts, garage apartments and flexible residential space—planned around your lot, goals and applicable approvals.
Graceson ConstructionJacksonville + Northeast Florida
SeparateDetached ADUs
ConnectedAttached Living
AdaptGarage Apartments
FamilyGuest Suites
StartProperty Feasibility
Accessory Dwelling Units · Jacksonville
More room for life. Right on your property.
One property can offer more possibilities.
A well-planned accessory dwelling unit can create additional residential space for family or guests. The best concept starts with the parcel, the intended use and a realistic review of zoning, site access, setbacks and utility requirements.
Guest House Ideas + Homeowner Reviews
Thoughtful spaces. Feedback from homeowners.
Explore beautiful guest-house and secondary living-space ideas alongside feedback from Graceson homeowners about their remodeling and construction experiences.
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Property-First PlanningBuild for the way your household may grow and change.
Start With the Property
Discuss Your ADU
What could an ADU make possible?
We begin with the site, the intended use and available access—not a one-size-fits-all floor plan.
Additional family space
Explore a separate residence or approved guest suite for extended family.
Independent daily living
Plan for privacy, entrances, kitchens and baths when permitted.
A flexible layout
Coordinate bedrooms, living space, storage and circulation within the allowed footprint.
Realistic site feasibility
Review zoning, setbacks, lot conditions, utilities and approvals before committing to a design.
Create space with separation.
Consider access, landscaping and the relationship between the main home and secondary space.
Use every square foot intentionally.
Efficient kitchens, baths, storage and living areas can work together in a smaller footprint.
Know the limits of the lot.
Setbacks, parking, utilities, zoning, drainage and HOA rules may shape your available options.
ADU Design + Construction Options
Find the right kind of secondary living space.
Every property and household is different.
A detached residence, attached suite and garage-based ADU solve different needs. We evaluate the options against the parcel and applicable rules before recommending a project direction.
Make room for a separate residence.
A freestanding ADU can create more privacy for family or guests when lot size, setbacks, services and zoning permit it.
Guest Houses + CottagesCreate a connected secondary space.
An attached configuration can integrate new residential space with the main home while planning circulation, entrances and privacy.
Connected LivingLook above or beside the garage.
Some properties may be candidates for living space above a new garage or within an approved garage-connected structure.
Garage + LivingExplore reusing existing space.
A conversion can be considered where parking, fire separation, slab, ceiling height, egress, utilities and local rules allow it.
Existing StructuresPlan for comfort and independence.
Consider accessibility, privacy, an efficient bathroom and the way separate households may share a property.
Family + GuestsProperty-First DesignBuild what the site can actually support.
An ADU project can involve survey review, zoning research, design, engineering, site preparation, utilities, permitting and construction. Confirming which options are allowable is an essential early step.
Site ReviewSetbacksUtilitiesLiving LayoutPermit PlanningConstruction
Our ADU Construction Process
Start with your lot. Then build the plan.
A smaller residence still needs full-scale planning.
The process depends on the parcel and proposed design. We begin with your goals, property details and a feasibility conversation before coordinating the preconstruction and build stages.
Tell us about your property.
Share the address, approximate lot size, desired ADU use, early budget and any survey or site photos.
Understand the VisionStudy what may be allowed.
Consider zoning, setbacks, easements, access, utilities, HOA restrictions and other site or jurisdiction-specific constraints.
Review the PropertyDevelop a buildable direction.
Coordinate layout, exterior architecture, construction plans, engineering and permits as required for the approved scope.
Confirm the ScopeConstruct the approved space.
Move through site work, structure, building systems, finishes, inspections and project completion as applicable.
Complete the ProjectThe Graceson ApproachClear decisions before construction begins.
An ADU must work as a residential project and as part of a larger property. Placement, drainage, access, utilities, rooflines, finishes and future use all matter. We approach those decisions together.
Talk with Graceson: (904) 206-8853 · Jacksonville + Northeast Florida
ADU + Guest House Inspiration
Imagine a new space that belongs on your property.
Your ADU should fit your home and lot.
Explore a range of detached guest-house exteriors, garage-apartment layouts and companion-building ideas. We can help determine what makes sense for your property.
Your ADU Project
Ready to explore another place to call home?
From detached guest houses to garage-connected living spaces, begin with the property address and your goal. We can discuss the next steps toward determining a practical and approvable project direction.
Talk with Graceson: (904) 206-8853
ADU Frequently Asked Questions
Questions before adding a second living space?
ADUs involve zoning, site constraints, utilities, design and permitting. Start with the questions that matter most to your specific property.
An ADU is generally a secondary residential living space on the same property as a primary home. Exact definitions and permitted configurations depend on the applicable jurisdiction and property.
It depends on the parcel, zoning district, jurisdiction, lot characteristics and current regulations. We recommend an address-specific feasibility review before assuming an ADU is permitted.
An ADU is intended as an additional residential living space and may be detached or attached when allowed. A home addition expands an existing residence. Different rules can apply to their design, use, utilities and permitting.
Some sites may accommodate a garage apartment or another garage-connected configuration, but structure, fire separation, parking requirements, access, zoning and permitting must be evaluated.
The allowed size, height and location vary by jurisdiction, zoning, site constraints and proposed use. We would not recommend choosing a final floor plan or promising a specific square footage before a property review.
Rental use is not automatically allowed simply because an ADU can be built. Occupancy, lease type, HOA conditions, short-term rental restrictions and local regulations should be checked for the specific property.
Size, site preparation, utility connections, foundation, access, plans and engineering, finishes, permit reviews, inspections and weather can affect cost and schedule. We can discuss a preliminary range after learning about the proposed project.
Send the property address, any survey or site plan, photos of the proposed location, intended use, approximate desired size, budget and preferred timeline. You can use the inquiry form at the top of the page.
Have a property in mind?
Ask About Your ADUShare the address and what you are considering so we can talk through the next steps.
Project Financing
Explore financing for your ADU project.
Plan the investment around the approved scope.
Ask our team about financing options that may be available for qualifying accessory dwelling unit and residential construction projects. Availability depends on the lender and program.
Detached ADUsGuest SuitesGarage ApartmentsQualifying Construction
Financing is subject to credit approval, program requirements and applicable terms. This page is not a financing offer.Start Your ADU Project
Tell us what you want to create.
Begin with the property, your intended ADU use and the general size or design you have in mind. Our project inquiry form is at the top of this page.
Phone(904) 206-8853
Email[email protected]
Service AreaJacksonville and surrounding Northeast Florida communities
ADU Inquiry
Share the property and your ideas.
These details will make our initial conversation more useful:
- Property address and lot size, if known
- Survey or site plan and photos of the proposed area
- Intended use: guests, family, or another approved use
- Desired size, budget and preferred timeline