ADU Construction in Brea, CA
Licensed general contractor, CSLB #1110475 (B and C-10). Free on-site consultation and a written scope before you commit.
ADU for Brea homes
Brea has two very different housing stocks. The established neighborhoods west of the 57 Freeway have older homes, many on lots with room for a backyard unit. East of the freeway the planned communities of the 1980s through 2000s are denser and often have HOA rules that matter before you design anything.
Because the city has its own Building & Safety Division, and fire review in Brea runs through the Orange County Fire Authority, an ADU here involves two reviewers who sometimes ask for different things. We coordinate both so the plan set that goes in is the one that gets approved.
What matters in Brea
HOA communities
Planned communities can have rules on exterior design and construction. We read the documents with you before drawing.
Older west-side lots
Older homes may need a panel or service upgrade to support a new unit. We include that in the scope, not as a surprise later.
City and fire review
Plans are reviewed by the City of Brea Building & Safety Division, with fire review by the Orange County Fire Authority when required.
How we work
- Site visit. We measure, photograph and look at what the property allows.
- Written scope. You receive a written scope and price for your project. Pricing is individual and depends on the property and the scope.
- Plans and permits. We prepare the drawings and manage the permit process.
- Build and inspection. Licensed crews build, the city inspects, and we walk through the finished work with you.
CSLB license #1110475, Skill See Services Inc. Verify it on the CSLB website.
ADU in Brea: questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Expert answers to common questions about Los Angeles construction and remodeling.
Does my Brea HOA have to approve an ADU?
State law limits what an HOA can prohibit, but its rules on design and process still matter. We review your documents with you.
Who reviews ADU plans in Brea?
The City of Brea Building & Safety Division, with the Orange County Fire Authority involved for fire review where required.
Will my electrical panel support an ADU?
Often it needs an upgrade or a sub-panel. We assess it at the site visit.
