New Jersey is moving toward a statewide law allowing homeowners to build ADUs—small, self-contained homes on the same lot as your existing house.

Brushwood can help you take advantage of this game-changing opportunity to create:

• A guest suite or in-law apartment

• A private space for aging parents or adult children

• A rental unit for extra income

• A flexible studio or home office

What is an ADU?

An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is a small, independent living space that can be:

• Attached – finished basement or over-garage apartment

• Detached – backyard cottage, converted garage, or new small structure

• Internal – converted attic or lower-level suite with private entrance

Under the proposed statewide ADU rules:

• ADUs are allowed in most single-family and two-family zones

• Units can be up to 1,200 sq. ft. with kitchens, baths, and living space

• No public hearings—streamlined approvals with a 60-day turnaround

• Existing garages or sheds can often be converted

Brushwood ADU Services

We make it easy to transform your property with a step-by-step process:

1. Feasibility Review

• We research your town’s zoning and assess utility access

• Site visit + rough concept sketch (or remote review)

2. Concept Design

• Space planning, floor plans, and 3D renderings

• Tailored solutions for comfort, style, and local code compliance

3. Full Design Package

• Permit-ready construction drawings

• Cabinetry and finish selection for kitchens, baths, and storage

• Lighting, mechanical, and layout coordination

4. Project Management Add-On

• Permit guidance and contractor coordination

• Site visits during construction to ensure quality and accuracy

Why Work With Brushwood?

• ✅ Code-Savvy – We understand NJ’s new ADU regulations and local zoning nuances.

• ✅ End-to-End Support – From idea to permit to finished space.

• ✅ Thoughtful, Livable Design – Spaces that maximize comfort, value, and style.

• ✅ Flexible Packages – Start with a feasibility study or go all-in with full design + project management.

Be the First to Build Your ADU

Demand for ADUs will grow fast once the statewide law is finalized. Planning now puts you ahead of the curve—so when the rules are official, you’ll be ready to break ground.

📞 Schedule your ADU consultation today.