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ADU Costs Set to Surge 25% in 2025: What Lies Ahead
ADU construction expenses are expected to rise 25% in 2025 due to inflating material prices, labor constraints, and rigorous energy standards. Prospective builders of backyard units or garage transformations can mitigate impacts by initiating projects promptly, obtaining permits ahead of schedule, and fixing rates under existing conditions before regulatory shifts take effect.
By Melissa Flowers
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