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ADU Builders & Contractors in Santa Ana, CA

Santa Ana offers pre-approved ADU plans and a dedicated FAQ resource to help homeowners navigate the permitting process in Orange County's most densely populated city.

📊 ADU Quick Facts for Santa Ana

Avg. Cost/sqft

$300-$550

Permit Timeline

4-10 weeks

Max Size

1200 sqft

Setbacks

4ft sides

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Top 541 ADU Contractors in Santa Ana

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#1SOUTHERN COUNTIES QUALITY MASONRY

Santa Ana, CA

Southern Counties Quality Masonry — licensed ADU contractor in Santa Ana, CA. Detached ADU construction. 60+ years experience.

View Profile📞 (714) 554 6222
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#2DESAI PRASHANT

Santa Ana, CA

Desai Prashant — licensed ADU contractor in Santa Ana, CA. Detached ADU construction. 21+ years experience.

View Profile📞 (949) 423 3724
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#3PLAY SAFE CONSTRUCTION INC

Santa Ana, CA

Play Safe Construction Inc — licensed ADU contractor in Santa Ana, CA. Detached ADU construction. 9+ years experience.

View Profile📞 (949) 678 0160
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#4HANSEN DON ENTERPRISES

Santa Ana, CA

Hansen Don Enterprises — licensed ADU contractor in Santa Ana, CA. Detached ADU construction. 50+ years experience.

View Profile📞 (714) 231 3284
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#5API INC

Santa Ana, CA

Api Inc — licensed ADU contractor in Santa Ana, CA. Detached ADU construction. 7+ years experience.

View Profile📞 (714) 606 3668
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#6PACIFIC CUSTOM CONSTRUCTION LLC

Santa Ana, CA

Pacific Custom Construction Llc — licensed ADU contractor in Santa Ana, CA. Detached ADU construction.

View Profile📞 (714) 867 8382
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#7T R C DEVELOPMENT COMPANY INC

Santa Ana, CA

T R C Development Company Inc — licensed ADU contractor in Santa Ana, CA. Detached ADU construction. 6+ years experience.

View Profile📞 (714) 552 0983
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#8C J W JOINT VENTURE

Santa Ana, CA

C J W Joint Venture — licensed ADU contractor in Santa Ana, CA. Detached ADU construction. 7+ years experience.

View Profile📞 (714) 835 6820
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#9Y N G CONSTRUCTION INC

Santa Ana, CA

Y N G Construction Inc — licensed ADU contractor in Santa Ana, CA. Detached ADU construction. 9+ years experience.

View Profile📞 (714) 426 2920
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#10M V L CONSTRUCTION INC

Santa Ana, CA

M V L Construction Inc — licensed ADU contractor in Santa Ana, CA. Detached ADU construction. 21+ years experience.

View Profile📞 (714) 337 9940
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💰 How Much Does an ADU Cost in Santa Ana?

Garage Conversion

$75,000 - $185,000

Converting existing garage to living space

Detached ADU

$150,000 - $380,000

New standalone unit (600-1,200 sqft)

Permit & Fees

$3,000 - $12,000

Plan check, permits, utility connections

* Costs vary based on size, finishes, site conditions, and contractor. Get quotes from multiple Santa Ana contractors to compare pricing.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About ADUs in Santa Ana

How much does it cost to build an ADU in Santa Ana?▼
The average cost to build an ADU in Santa Ana ranges from $150,000 to $380,000, or approximately $300 to $550 per square foot. Garage conversions typically cost $75,000 to $185,000.
How long does it take to get an ADU permit in Santa Ana?▼
The ADU permit process in Santa Ana typically takes 4 to 10 weeks. California law requires cities to approve or deny ADU permits within 60 days of receiving a complete application.
What are the ADU size limits in Santa Ana?▼
In Santa Ana, detached ADUs can be up to 1200 square feet. Attached ADUs are limited to 50% of the primary dwelling or 1,200 sqft, whichever is less. Junior ADUs (JADUs) are limited to 500 sqft and must be within the existing home.
What is the setback requirement for ADUs in Santa Ana?▼
Santa Ana requires 4-foot setbacks from side property lines and 4-foot setbacks from rear property lines for new ADU construction. Converted structures (like existing garages) may maintain their current setbacks.
Do I need to provide parking for my ADU in Santa Ana?▼
No parking is required for ADUs in Santa Ana if your property is within half a mile of public transit, in a historic district, part of an existing multi-family building, or if the ADU is a garage conversion. Otherwise, one space may be required.

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