Beverly Hills ADUs are among the highest-value accessory dwelling units in California. Guest houses on Beverly Hills properties rent for $4,000–$8,500/month, making the return on investment for a well-executed Beverly Hills ADU exceptional by any measure. The challenge is that Beverly Hills has its own independent planning and building process — separate from LADBS — with specific requirements for high-value properties. APLA Construction (CA Lic #1136359) handles ADU projects in Beverly Hills from planning through City of Beverly Hills final inspection.
Converting an existing garage on a Beverly Hills property is the most straightforward ADU path — it does not require new lot coverage entitlement and is typically subject to ministerial approval under California ADU law (AB 2221 / SB 9 framework). Beverly Hills must approve most garage conversion ADUs without discretionary review.
Beverly Hills lots are typically large enough to accommodate a new detached ADU or guest house. These projects go through City of Beverly Hills Planning Division review in addition to building permits. The result — a premium detached guest house on a Beverly Hills property — can rent for $5,000–$8,500/month and adds significant property value.
A Junior ADU converts a portion of the existing Beverly Hills home to a separate unit. Common application: converting a housekeeper suite or guest wing with existing private entrance to a leasable unit.
ADU permits in Beverly Hills go through the City of Beverly Hills Community Development Department at 455 N. Rexford Drive — not LADBS. Under California state ADU law, Beverly Hills must approve ministerially eligible ADUs (garage conversions, attached ADUs under 500 sq ft) within 60 days without discretionary review. New detached ADUs go through Planning Division review. APLA manages the full City of Beverly Hills permit process for ADU projects.
Yes. California state ADU law (AB 2221, SB 9) preempts local restrictions that would otherwise prohibit ADUs. Beverly Hills must allow at minimum one ADU per residential lot. APLA evaluates your specific property to identify the optimal ADU type and permit path.
A garage conversion ADU costs $115,000–$195,000. A new detached guest house costs $195,000–$420,000+. A JADU costs $65,000–$115,000. Beverly Hills ADU costs are higher than the general LA market due to City of Beverly Hills permit fees, high-end finish expectations, and the logistics of working on high-security properties.
Garage conversion ADU: $3,500–$5,500/month. New detached guest house: $5,000–$8,500/month. JADU: $2,800–$4,200/month. Beverly Hills ADU rents are among the highest in Southern California — the name alone commands a premium in the rental market.
No. Permits go through the City of Beverly Hills Community Development Department at 455 N. Rexford Drive. APLA manages all City of Beverly Hills ADU permit submissions.
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