We design and build turnkey ADUs in Charlotte — from feasibility to permit to construction

We design and build turnkey ADUs in Charlotte — from feasibility to permit to construction

What is an ADU?

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) have been known by many names: granny flats, in-law suite, nanny suite and more. Simply they are smaller, independent second dwellings on a single-family lot. They typically have their own living, bathroom, and kitchen space.  ADUs are detached structures that can be built new or converted from an existing accessory building (such as a garage). New zoning laws in DC, MD and VA now promote and encourage homeowners to build ADUs making them more affordable and faster to build. 

Uses include:

• Rental Income
• Adult Children
• Home Office
• Aging Parents
• Pool House
• Secondary Living Quarters
• Gym & Flex Room

Income

In as little as 120 days from permit, you can start earning rental income from your Archrysalis ADU that can change your life.

Lifestyle

Archrysalis Accessory Dwelling Units provide much needed additional space to accommodate all of your needs, or the needs of your loved ones.

Community

Nestled beautifully into your backyard, our ADUs provide a much needed solution to the housing needs of the area without impact to the immediate community.

01 DISCOVERY & FEASIBILITY

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• Client Inquiry
• Free Property Review (questionnaire)
• Feasibility Analysis (Zoning + Site)
• Site Visit and Survey Coordination
• Model Recommendation + Budget Range
• Answer Customer’s Pre-Construction Questions

          What to Expect:

• Know if you can build an ADU
• Recommended model
• Rough cost: $150k–$250k+

    Estimated Time Frame: Week 0- 2

02 PRE DEVELOPMENT

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• Client Signs Agreement 
• Site Visit + Survey Coordination
• Concept Design (Selected Model Adapted)
• Preliminary Pricing + Scope Confirmation

          What to Expect:

• Confirmed layout
• Refined cost range
• Timeline clarity

    Estimated Time Frame: Week 2 - 6

03 DESIGN & PERMITTING

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• Construction Drawings 
• Engineering (Structural / Civil if needed) 
• Permit Submission 
• City Review + Revisions 
• Permit Approval

          What to Expect:

• “We’re handling permits”
• Occasional updates

    Estimated Time Frame: Week 6 - 16

04 FINAL PRICING & CONTRACT

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• Final Construction Budget
• Construction Agreement Signed 
• Project Scheduling

          What to Expect:

• Final price
• Clear timeline

    Estimated Time Frame: Week 12 - 18 overlap

05 CONSTRUCTION

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• Site Prep (grading, utilities) 
• Foundation 
• Framing 
• MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) 
• Insulation + Drywall 
• Finishes (flooring, cabinets, fixtures)
• Final Inspections

          What to Expect:

• Weekly/biweekly updates
• Site progress milestones

    Estimated Time Frame: Month 4 - 9

06 COMPLETION & DELIVERY

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• Final Inspection Passed 
• Certificate of Occupancy (CO) 
• Client Walkthrough 
• Project Handover

          What to Expect:

• Finished ADU ready to use/rent

    Estimated Time Frame: Month 8 - 10

07 POST COMPLETION (OPTIONAL)

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• Rental Setup Guidance 
• Property Optimization 
• Maintenance Support