Start with feasibility
The first discussion should cover property location, zoning, whether plans already exist, financing readiness, utility questions, and whether an off-the-shelf plan could work.
Dominion helps homeowners evaluate feasibility, plans, budget, permitting, and construction for ADUs in Oregon communities where local rules support added housing.
The first discussion should cover property location, zoning, whether plans already exist, financing readiness, utility questions, and whether an off-the-shelf plan could work.
For homeowners who need design help, Dominion can guide a pre-construction contract to develop plans, criteria, elevations, budget assumptions, and permit-ready scope.
Dominion can coordinate permitting assistance, subcontractors, vendors, schedule, warranty expectations, and communication through the build.
The site should frame ADU planning as practical and feasible in many Oregon communities while avoiding legal or lending guarantees. City or county zoning, utility capacity, plans, financing, and permits still need project-specific confirmation.
The City of Salem says ADUs are treated as a special use when they meet the applicable standards, but a building permit is still required. Salem also notes that off-street parking spaces are not required for ADUs.
For some detached ADUs under 600 square feet, Salem offers ready-build plans that can be used with the current building permit process. Dominion should review whether those plans fit the property, scope, utilities, and homeowner goals before assuming they are the right path.