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They might. Homes built before 1942 fall under the State Historical Building Code even if they were never named a landmark, and some changes need sign-off before work begins. We check where your home stands early, so a preservation rule never stalls the project mid-build.

In most cases, yes — ADUs are allowed on the majority of residential lots in Alameda. They do have to meet size, height, and setback limits and sit well with your home's existing style. We'll tell you upfront what your lot can realistically support before you commit to a design.

Usually not. Because most Alameda properties sit close to transit, state law waives the added-parking requirement in the majority of cases. We'll confirm your address qualifies so you're not designing around a space you don't actually need.

If your renovation tops 50% of the home's value, the structure may need to be elevated above the flood line — a big variable for both design and budget. That's why we review your flood status before any planning starts, so there are no surprises once numbers are set.

Often, yes — especially soft-story homes built before 1980. The upside: some owners qualify for grants of up to $13,000 through state programs like ESS, and we can help you figure out what you're eligible for.

Straightforward permits can move quickly. Larger or historic projects — ADUs and structural work especially — can run several weeks in review. We prep submissions carefully to cut down the back-and-forth that usually drags timelines out.

All of them — West End, East End, Gold Coast, Fernside, South Shore, and Alameda Point included. Wherever you are on the island, chances are we've built nearby.

The city's historic, seismic, flood, and ADU rules are strict and easy to trip over. A contractor working here every week helps you sidestep the redesigns, permit rejections, and delays that routinely catch outside builders off guard.