Placeholder: Introduction to detached ADU construction. Explain what a detached ADU is — a standalone structure on the same lot as the primary residence, with its own foundation, utilities connection, and private entrance.
What Is a Detached ADU?
Placeholder: Definition. A detached ADU (also called a backyard cottage, carriage house, or guest house) is a fully separate dwelling unit built on the same lot as your main home.
Popular Uses for Detached ADUs
- Placeholder — long-term rental income
- Placeholder — short-term / vacation rental
- Placeholder — multigenerational living with privacy
- Placeholder — home office or creative studio
- Placeholder — housing for aging parents or adult children
Detached ADU Design & Size Options
Placeholder: Size ranges (typical 400–1,200 sq ft), layout options (studio, 1BR, 2BR), and design styles available. Mention StreamHome's in-house design team.
Detached ADU Cost in Colorado Springs
Placeholder: Cost breakdown, what's included, and how pricing compares to attached ADUs. Link to financing options page.
Zoning & Setback Requirements
Placeholder: Colorado Springs zoning rules specific to detached ADUs — lot coverage limits, setbacks from property lines, height restrictions, and owner-occupancy requirements.