ADU Builder Torrance

LADU makes building an ADU easy and affordable for Torrance homeowners.

ADUs Built Better and Designed Smarter

Why Choose LADU as Your ADU Builder in Torrance?

LADU is an architect-led ADU firm serving Torrance, California and the South Bay with fixed design pricing, full-service ADU design and permitting, and a trusted network of licensed ADU construction partners.

Our licensed architects have delivered numerous projects across Los Angeles, including the South Bay, and we tailor every plan to local codes and neighborhood character.

Architect-led plans help homeowners move through plan check faster in Torrance by addressing zoning, life safety, and site utilities up front. Homeowners in Torrance get clear scopes, accurate pricing, and steady guidance from day one.

LADU's Streamlined Approach

At LADU, we focus on quality, value, and code alignment for every ADU project in Torrance to enhance property and living space without pricing surprises.

Local needs shape our approach: many single-family lots include detached garages, and demand is rising for rental income, multigenerational living, and converted garages in Old Torrance, Southwood, and West Torrance.

LADU manages the process from start to finish. This includes feasibility, plans, permit submittal, and coordination through final inspection.

From early feasibility to your issued permit and final sign-off, we streamline decisions and reduce risk by anticipating plan check comments and utility coordination.

Whether your goal is generating rental income, adding a flexible home office, or housing aging family members, our team helps you build an ADU that fits your site, budget, and timeline while keeping communication clear.

Your search for "ADU Builder Torrance" can end here.

ADU Design Options

We understand design preferences in the South Bay. From Spanish style ADU construction that complements local Spanish Revival homes to modern cottages, our team crafts ADU solutions that feel timeless and blend seamlessly with the surroundings.

We optimize layouts to maximize natural light, storage, privacy, and usable outdoor connections so the new living space feels integrated with your main home. The result is a thoughtful ADU that can enhance long-term property value, support family needs, and serve as a durable rental.

Areas We Serve

LADU services LA and the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area including Torrance and surrounding South Bay neighborhoods such as Old Torrance, Southwood, West Torrance, Walteria, the Del Amo area, and nearby hillside and alley-loaded parcels.

Our ADU Services

LADU makes the entire ADU construction process easier with complete design-build solutions tailored to your specific needs.

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ADU Design in Torrance

LADU's licensed architects create ADU designs tailored to Torrance lots, including common 5,000–7,500 sq. ft. parcels, alley-loaded garages in Old Torrance, and privacy needs on quiet single-family streets.

We plan studio layouts, one-bedroom cottages, two-bedroom dwelling units, garage conversions, and more to support rental income, multigenerational living, or a flexible home office. Our flat-fee design keeps your budget clear and supports accurate bids.

We align with state rules for 4-foot side and rear setback, total footprint, and Title 24 energy requirements while shaping design options that fit your goals.

Whether you want a Spanish style ADU, a clean contemporary palette, a sleek modern ADU, or something else entirely, we develop cohesive exterior and interior specifications from the start to enhance durability, value, and comfort.

ADU Building Permits in Torrance

LADU prepares a permit-ready set and manages submittal with the City of Torrance. Most ADU building permits move through plan check in about 2–4 months based on scope.

Our team coordinates corrections, Title 24 energy reports, and parking exemptions allowed by state law, and we track each permit milestone to avoid delays.

We also assist with permitting unpermitted ADUs where eligible and advise on legalization steps so that you clearly understand the path to a compliant, safe ADU.

Our ADU Building Permit Services help avoid delays, whether you plan a detached unit, a two-story ADU, or a converted garage ADU, and keep you informed at every permit checkpoint.

ADU Construction in Torrance

LADU's ADU Construction Services pair architect-led plans with a vetted network of licensed ADU contractor partners for a smooth construction process. ADUs are built with clear scopes, schedules, and material selections that align with the plans and reduce costly changes.

Typical timelines range from 6–12 months, depending on size and site conditions, and our team stays involved to coordinate responses, inspections, and closeout.

For homeowners focused on generating rental income, multigenerational living, or adding comfortable living space, our coordinated approach reduces change orders and keeps communication tight from pre-construction through final inspection.

LADU Is the Best Choice for Torrance Homeowners

Thinking about how to build an ADU and where to begin? We can conduct an early feasibility review to confirm setbacks, utility points, and likely plan check comments specific to your street and zoning.

For many homeowners, building an ADU in Torrance is the most effective way to support family needs while contributing to affordable housing in the South Bay. With clear deliverables and a predictable path, we make it straightforward to move from concept to keys in hand.

• Licensed architects with fixed design pricing.
• Deep knowledge of California ADU regulations and Torrance submittal steps.
• Faster plan check with complete, coordinated drawings.
• Vetted network of licensed construction partners for superior builds.
• Custom options include Spanish Revival, studio, cottage, modern, and more.
• Projects across the South Bay in Old Torrance, Southwood, West Torrance, Walteria, and the Del Amo area.

Our team is detail driven and proactive. We clarify scope, selections, and allowances early to align expectations.

From site planning and grading notes to drainage, structural coordination, and energy compliance, we coordinate the disciplines needed for a clean plan check.

This thoroughness helps the homeowner avoid surprises, supports accurate pricing, and ultimately enhances the finished result.

Torrance ADU Facts & Tips

ADUs can enhance your Torrance property's functionality by adding separate living space for family while also supporting affordable housing needs in the region.

• Common lot patterns: Many single-family parcels with detached garages are ideal for garage conversion ADUs and compact detached units.
• Setbacks and size: State law supports 4-foot side/rear setbacks for detached ADUs and up to 1,200 sq ft. Some sites can go larger based on lot coverage and height limits.
• Neighborhood notes: Strong demand for rental income near El Camino College and medical centers.
• Use cases: Multigenerational living, rental income, guest suites, granny flats, or a quiet home office.
• Affordability goals: ADUs add much-needed housing in the South Bay and help grow long-term value on a Torrance property.
• Transit and parking: Sites near bus routes may qualify for no parking with an ADU permit.
• Plan ahead: Verify utilities and the path of travel early. A small site plan adjustment can unlock a better layout, more privacy, or an improved setback solution that preserves open space and future flexibility.
• Plan smartly: If your goal is rental income, plan storage, durable finishes, and sound separation to support longevity and tenant comfort.

Book Your Free ADU Site Visit in Torrance

Speak with our ADU experts in Torrance, and start your ADU project with LADU today. We'll review feasibility, answer code questions, and outline clear next steps to permit and construction so you can move forward confidently.

Call us now at (213) 855-3334 or schedule your free site visit to explore how an ADU can provide flexible living space and potential rental income on your lot.