# ADU Pilot > ADU Pilot is an AI-powered ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) feasibility analysis tool that provides instant permit checks, cost estimates, design recommendations, and market insights for California properties. Reports start at $24.99 per address. ADU Pilot serves homeowners, architects, contractors, developers, and investors who need to understand what can be built on a specific California property before committing to design or construction. ## Core Pages - [Features](https://www.adupilot.com/features): Detailed breakdown of what ADU Pilot reports include — zoning analysis, permit pathway, cost estimates, risk flags, and shareable cited reports - [How It Works](https://www.adupilot.com/how-it-works): Three-step process from address input to AI analysis to comprehensive report delivery - [Pricing](https://www.adupilot.com/pricing): Pay-per-use at $24.99/report or enterprise plans with API access and white-labeling - [ADU Glossary](https://www.adupilot.com/resources/glossary): Definitions of key ADU terms including JADU, FAR, setbacks, ministerial review, and more ## Blog — California ADU Guides ### Getting Started - [California ADU 101 for Homeowners](https://www.adupilot.com/blog/california-adu-101-homeowners-2025): Complete guide to California ADU regulations, costs, and approval process - [13 Counterintuitive Truths About Building an ADU in California](https://www.adupilot.com/blog/13-counterintuitive-truths-building-adu-california-2026): Data-backed insights on ADU costs, prefab myths, and fee thresholds - [California ADU Laws 2026: Rules, Permits & New Changes](https://www.adupilot.com/blog/california-adu-laws-2026-complete-guide): Comprehensive overview of 2026 California ADU regulations ### Legislation & Policy - [SB 543 Explained: New ADU Laws, Timelines & Fees](https://www.adupilot.com/blog/comprehensive-analysis-sb543-impact-adu-projects): Analysis of SB 543 impact on ADU projects, timelines, and fees - [SB 543 Playbook for Multi-ADU Strategies](https://www.adupilot.com/blog/sb543-ended-ambiguity-sb9-playbook-machine-readable-zoning-2026): 2026 ADU law changes, SB 9 layering, and machine-readable zoning - [ADU Permit Delayed? SB 543 & SB 9 Give You Legal Teeth](https://www.adupilot.com/blog/california-adu-permit-enforcement-sb543-sb9-2026): How SB 543 and SB 9 protect homeowners from permit delays - [AB 1033 Guide to Separate ADU Sales](https://www.adupilot.com/blog/california-ab-1033-a-comprehensive-guide-to-separate-adu-sales-and-condominium-conversion): Comprehensive guide to ADU condominium conversion in California - [AB 462 Impact on Coastal ADU Projects](https://www.adupilot.com/blog/analysis-california-ab-462-impact-coastal-adu-projects): Analysis of AB 462 implications for ADUs in California Coastal Zone - [SB 1211 Playbook for Apartment Owners](https://www.adupilot.com/blog/sb-1211-multifamily-adu-playbook-apartment-owners): Detached ADU limits, parking exemptions, and stacking laws for multifamily properties - [Can My HOA Block My ADU?](https://www.adupilot.com/blog/can-hoa-block-adu-california-legal-rights-2026): Legal rights under California HOA law for ADU construction in 2026 - [Unpermitted ADU Legalization via AB 2533](https://www.adupilot.com/blog/unpermitted-adu-california-ab-2533-legalization-guide): California's AB 2533 amnesty path for unpermitted ADUs - [Key Updates to the 2026 California Building Standards](https://www.adupilot.com/blog/key-updates-2026-california-building-standards): Changes to building standards affecting ADU projects in 2026 ### Cost, Finance & Tax - [California ADU Impact Fees: Complete Guide](https://www.adupilot.com/blog/california-adu-impact-fees-complete-guide-2026): How to save $10,000+ on ADU impact fees in 2026 - [How to Finance an ADU in California](https://www.adupilot.com/blog/how-to-finance-adu-california-heloc-construction-loan-2026): HELOC vs construction loan vs cash-out refi comparison for ADU financing - [California ADU Property Tax: SB 1164 & Prop 13](https://www.adupilot.com/blog/california-adu-property-tax-sb-1164-prop-13): How Prop 13 protects ADU owners and SB 1164 implications ### Design & Construction - [JADU vs Attached ADU: Side-by-Side Comparison](https://www.adupilot.com/blog/jadu-vs-attached-adu-500-sqft-which-should-you-build): Cost, tax, and ROI comparison between JADU and attached ADU in California - [Prefab vs Custom-Built ADU: 5-Question Checklist](https://www.adupilot.com/blog/prefab-vs-site-built-adu-cost-checklist-california): Decision framework for choosing between prefab and site-built ADUs - [Garage-to-ADU Conversion Parking Requirements](https://www.adupilot.com/blog/california-adu-parking-requirements-garage-conversion-2026): Whether you need to replace your garage when converting to ADU - [ADU Address Assignment Guide](https://www.adupilot.com/blog/adu-address-assignment-california-guide): How to get an ADU address, costs, and implications for safety, insurance, and resale ### City-Specific Guides - [San Diego ADU in 2026: Density Bonus vs Fire Safety](https://www.adupilot.com/blog/san-diego-adu-reform-density-bonus-fire-safety-2026): Complete look at San Diego ADU reforms and property considerations ### Sample Feasibility Reports - [San Jose Single-Family Home ADU Feasibility Report](https://www.adupilot.com/blog/san-jose-residential-adu-feasibility-en): Sample ADU feasibility analysis for a San Jose residential property ## Optional - [Our Mission](https://www.adupilot.com/info/ourmission): Company background and vision - [Privacy Policy](https://www.adupilot.com/info/privacy-policy) - [Terms of Service](https://www.adupilot.com/info/terms-of-service)