California Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Workshop
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Agenda
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Friday, May 30, 2025
9:00 am – 4:00 pm PDT
Agenda:
Presented by Charles Edington, Stephanie Gutierrez, and Cameron Meredith
Introduction to Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
- The growing demand for ADUs: market trends and legislative changes
- Purpose and role of ADUs in housing solutions
- Key benefits and potential drawbacks
- Different types of ADUs: detached, attached, junior ADUs, conversions
- Q&A
ADUs in Action: Case Studies and Real-World Applications
- In-depth look at successful ADU projects
- Lessons learned and best practices
- Overcoming common challenges in ADU development
- Q&A
Financing Your ADU
- Understanding ADU financing options
- Navigating loan programs and grant opportunities
- Financial modeling and return on investment
Zoning and Land Use Considerations for ADUs (HCD Handbook 2025)
- ADU regulations across different jurisdictions
- Navigating zoning restrictions and compliance
- The approval process: permits, variances, and HCD guidelines
Garage Conversions: Designing and Building an ADU
- Meeting code requirements and securing permits
- Structural considerations: Foundations, roofing, and walls
- Electrical, plumbing, and mechanical system integration
- Show example of site inspection and preliminary plot map
ADUs for Multifamily Properties and Tiny Homes
- Expanding rental income with ADUs in multifamily properties
- Tiny homes as an alternative ADU solution
- Case studies: success stories and key takeaways
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All attendees must log-on through their own email – attendees may not watch together if they wish to earn continuing education credit. HalfMoon Education Inc. must be able to prove attendance if either the attendee or HalfMoon Education Inc. is audited.
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Credits
Engineers
6.0 PDHs*
Architects
6.0 Hour Learning Opportunity
AIA - American Institute of Architects
6.0 HSW LUs
ICC - International Code Council
.6 CEUs (Building)
Continuing Education Information
This webinar is open to the public and offers a 6.0-hour learning opportunity to engineers and architects in California. *This webinar may qualify for 6.0 continuing education hours for engineers and architects in other states; please refer to specific state rules to determine eligibility.
The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System has approved this course for 6.0 HSW LUs (Sponsor No. J885). Only full participation is reportable to the AIA/CES.
The International Code Council has approved this event for .6 CEUs in the specialty area of Building (Preferred Provider No. 1232).
Attendance will be monitored, and attendance certificates will be available after the webinar for those who attend the entire course and score a minimum 80% on the quiz that follows the course (multiple attempts allowed).
*On-Demand Credits*
The preceding credit information only applies to the live presentation. This course in an on-demand format is not pre-approved by any licensing boards and may not qualify for the same credits; please consult your licensing board(s) to ensure that a structured, asynchronous learning format is appropriate. The following pre-approvals may be available for the on-demand format upon request:
6.0 HSW LUs (AIA)
Speakers
Charles Edington
ADU Specialist/Finance StrategistMr. Edington has been an active member of the mortgage and home improvement lending community since 2002. He is a licensed Mortgage Loan Officer (NMLS # 272063) with Primary Residential Mortgage and National Account Manager with Loanstar Technologies. After decades of mortgage origination, funding thousands of loans, Mr. Edington has specialized in his business towards ADU construction, remodels, and home improvement. He gained his ADU Specialist designation in 2022 from the ADU Academy and is now an instructor for the Academy. He is also a member of the Tiny Homes Industry Association and is the Financial Expert for the “How to ADU” Facebook community, which has grown to over 114,000 members. Mr. Edington prides himself on his ability to provide financing solutions unique to the individual or family who has a goal to build an ADU. There is no one-size-fits-all solution. Across his many relationships with banks, credit unions, and private lending institutions, Mr. Edington has a broad range of programs suited for ADU construction.
Stephanie Gutierrez
ADU West Coast, Seal Beach, CAMs. Gutierrez is a distinguished realtor, investor, podcast host with over a decade of experience in the real estate industry, having worked in the dynamic markets of Orange County, Los Angeles County, Palm Springs and Miami. She started working in real estate in 2011 and was licensed in 2016. Ms. Gutierrez’s expertise is prominently centered around ADUs, and she’s helped numerous homeowners buy and build these valuable property additions. She leads a dedicated team of real estate professionals who share her ADU specialization, sold over 500 homes and has helped clients with over 40 ADU projects between 2017 to 2023. Ms. Gutierrez runs ADU Meetup events, fostering a community of real estate professionals in Los Angeles and Orange County and San Diego who share her enthusiasm. Over the course of her career, she has successfully helped over forty homeowners and investors in building ADUs, positively impacting their property value and rental income. In addition to her ADU advocacy, Ms. Gutierrez has also played a pivotal role in guiding clients through the process of buying or selling properties with existing ADUs, leveraging her in-depth knowledge of this niche. Her involvement in various investments and construction projects further showcases her dedication to this market.
Cameron Meredith
Founder/Owner and Operator (Director) of ADU West Coast, Seal Beach, CAMr. Meredith is the founder, owner and operator (director) of ADU West Coast, a full-service ADU design and build construction firm headquartered in Seal Beach, CA. He helps investors and homeowners in Orange County and Los Angeles maximize their property value and generate rental income or house family members by building high-quality, affordable ADUs. Mr. Meredith is a licensed general contractor with a diverse background in ADU consulting, project management, city submittals, ADU design, and construction management. He is uniquely qualified to guide clients through the entire ADU process from start to finish. Mr. Meredith is passionate about helping others achieve their financial and lifestyle goals through building ADU’s. He is involved in different housing advocate groups. Whether you are an investor looking to add to your portfolio or a homeowner looking to generate extra income or move a family member back, Mr. Meredith is here to help and guide you every step of the way.
AIA Info
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HalfMoon Education Inc. is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number J885. All registered AIA/CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider of learning program may be sent to AIA/CES (cesupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).
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AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA/CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA/CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
Course Title: California Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Workshop
Delivery Method: Live Online
Course Description: This six-hour course focuses on the design, construction, and regulatory considerations for accessory dwelling units (ADU) in California. The course will analyze case studies of successful ADU projects, discuss zoning and land use considerations, explain how garages can be converted into ADUs, and explore ADU application for multifamily properties and tiny homes.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objective 1: Learners will be able to identify the purpose, role, benefits, and drawbacks of the various types of ADUs, including attached, detached, and conversions.
Learning Objective 2: Learners will be able to analyze case studies of successful ADU projects, identifying the lessons learned and best practices, to overcome common challenges in ADU development.
Learning Objective 3: Learners will be able to identify structural, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical considerations and requirements when converting a garage into an ADU.
Learning Objective 4: Learners will be able to discuss the regulation, zoning, and permitting process of ADUs across different jurisdictions in California.
LUs: 6.0
LU Type: LU|HSWs
Prerequisites: None
Advance Preparation: None
Program Level: Intermediate
Course Expiration Date: 03/21/2028
Complaint Resolution Policy:
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