ADU Contractor in Van Nuys, CA

Van Nuys ADU Construction — Large Lots, Practical Budgets

Van Nuys and Lake Balboa homeowners with large flat lots and two-car garages are sitting on one of the best ADU conversion opportunities in the San Fernando Valley — Caspi Construction activates that opportunity with budget-conscious design-build and LADBS Standard Plan permitting.

Van Nuys and Lake Balboa were developed with lot sizes that are generous by Los Angeles standards — many residential parcels run 7,000 to 9,000 square feet, and a significant percentage were originally built with two-car garages at the rear. That combination — deep lots, existing garages, and the current LADBS streamlined ADU pathways — makes Van Nuys one of the most practical markets in Los Angeles for garage conversion ADU development. Budget-conscious homeowners in this area are building ADUs in the $75K–$110K range using the LADBS Standard Plan Program's pre-approved configurations, which keeps both the permit timeline and the construction cost predictable. Multigenerational family households — a demographic well-represented in Van Nuys — are adding ADUs to accommodate parents, adult children, or extended family members while maintaining household proximity. Caspi Construction is a licensed ADU contractor in Van Nuys (CSLB #1091631) with a 4.9★ rating. We manage all LADBS permits as part of every project.

Our Van Nuys ADU Construction Services

Budget-Right Garage Conversion Design

Van Nuys ADU clients are typically budget-conscious without sacrificing quality — and our design process reflects that. We maximize the existing garage footprint with a layout that delivers a fully functional, comfortable studio or one-bedroom unit without adding square footage. Material specifications are focused on durability and rental appeal: MSI quartz or tile countertops, MSI porcelain tile in the bathroom, LVP flooring, Kohler fixtures, and semi-custom cabinetry that makes the kitchen functional and visually attractive at a mid-range price point.

LADBS Standard Plan Program

Most Van Nuys two-car garage conversions qualify for the LADBS Standard Plan Program — pre-approved architectural plans for standard garage footprints that significantly reduce plan check time. We assess your garage's eligibility at the start of the project and use the Standard Plan pathway whenever it applies, getting construction started sooner and keeping the total project timeline as predictable as possible.

Multigenerational ADU Configuration

Van Nuys ADUs designed for extended family members are prioritized for livability alongside budget efficiency. We design multigenerational units with practical accessibility considerations where appropriate — grab bar blocking in the bathroom, level-threshold exterior entry, and a kitchen layout that accommodates multiple generations' cooking preferences. Independent climate control via mini-split is standard, ensuring the ADU occupant's comfort is not dependent on the main house's HVAC system.

Complete MEP & Code Compliance

Every Van Nuys ADU includes a dedicated electrical sub-panel, mini-split HVAC, full kitchen and bathroom plumbing, and Title 24 insulation — the complete mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems required for a properly permitted, livable ADU. We track the LADBS inspection schedule from framing through final, ensuring no phase is missed.

→ Our complete Van Nuys ADU process — from garage assessment through LADBS certificate of occupancy — is detailed at /process/

Why Van Nuys Homeowners Choose Caspi for ADU Construction

Showroom Access

Our Tarzana showroom is about 15 minutes from Van Nuys — Mon–Fri 9:30–6, Sat 10–5.

Premium Brands

MSI, Kohler, LVP flooring — quality materials at price points that fit Van Nuys ADU budgets.

LADBS ADU Permit Experts

We know both the Standard Plan Program and the standard LADBS review process. We use the faster route when applicable.

Flexible Financing

Van Nuys garage conversions run $75K–$110K. Wells Fargo and Service Finance Company financing is available alongside HELOC options.

Recent ADU Projects Near Van Nuys

Project 1 — Lake Balboa Two-Car Garage ADU

A Lake Balboa homeowner had a detached two-car garage on a 7,800-square-foot lot — a 480-square-foot structure with a concrete slab in excellent condition. The homeowner's parents were ready to move from the Central Valley to be closer to family, and the ADU would be their home. We designed a one-bedroom layout with a full kitchen, including MSI White Arabescato quartz countertops and semi-custom cabinetry, a bathroom with MSI subway tile and Kohler fixtures, LVP flooring throughout, a dedicated sub-panel, and mini-split HVAC. The LADBS Standard Plan Program was used to reduce permit review time. The ADU contractor work in Van Nuys was completed in fourteen weeks from permit approval and the homeowner's parents moved in immediately.

Project 2 — Valley Glen Single-Car Garage Studio

A Valley Glen homeowner had a detached single-car garage — 260 square feet — that was the smallest feasible footprint for an LADBS-compliant ADU. The homeowner wanted a rental unit. We designed a studio configuration with a Murphy bed system, a compact kitchen with under-counter appliances and MSI quartz, a bathroom with a 30x30 walk-in shower and floating vanity, LVP flooring, a new skylight above the kitchen for natural light, and a private entrance gate from the sidewalk. The project qualified for the LADBS Standard Plan Program and was completed in twelve weeks from permit approval. The unit rents at $1,600 per month.

Project 3 — Van Nuys Grid Street JADU for Adult Child

A Van Nuys homeowner had a large laundry room that was adjacent to the master bedroom suite with an exterior door facing the side yard — a configuration that made an excellent JADU candidate. The homeowner's adult child had relocated back to the area and needed independent living space. We converted the laundry room and an adjacent storage space into a 380-square-foot JADU with a kitchenette, a bathroom with new MSI tile and Kohler fixtures, a mini-split, and an upgraded keypad-entry exterior door. Financing through Wells Fargo was used to fund the construction. The ADU design build in Van Nuys was completed in seven weeks under LADBS JADU permit.

Start Your Van Nuys ADU Construction Today

Caspi Construction responds within one business day — visit our Tarzana showroom or schedule an in-home consultation at your convenience. Financing through Wells Fargo and Service Finance Company is available, making it possible to move forward on your project without delay.