Basement apartment
Turn a finished or unfinished basement into a private, income-producing rental with its own entrance.
New law starts Oct 1, 2026 — Utah’s new ADU law is now in effect
ADU Builder in American Fork, Utah
Basement apartments, garage conversions, attached additions, and backyard cottages. We check what American Fork allows on your lot, handle the permits, and build it.
Free home review · Licensed & insured general contractor · Serving American Fork and Utah County
American Fork · ADU rules
What American Fork allows
American Fork has some of the deepest lots on the north end of Utah County, especially east of Main Street and through the older neighborhoods near 100 East. A lot of them clear 11,000 square feet without the owner realizing it.
We verify before design
American Fork is updating its ADU code to match the new state law. We check the city's current ordinance before any design work.
- Lots 11,000 sq ft and up qualify for a detached backyard unit under state law
- Basement apartments have been allowed in most American Fork neighborhoods for years
- City-specific setbacks, height limits, and parking rules still apply
- Owner-occupancy requirements are common and we confirm yours
Near the older grid east of Main, lot sizes are often bigger than they look. Send us the address and we'll pull the parcel.
What ADUs rent for in American Fork
Estimated ranges by unit size. Actual rent depends on finish, location, and season.
Last checked September 2026. Cities are rewriting these rules right now. We confirm American Fork’s current ordinance, your zoning, HOA covenants, and utility capacity during your free home review, before you spend anything on design.
02 — What we build
Every type of ADU. One team to design, permit, and build.
Garage or shop conversion
Convert an existing detached garage or shop into a permitted, livable unit, often the fastest path to rent.
Attached addition
Add a self-contained living space onto your home with its own private entrance. Great for family.
Newly allowed on 11,000+ sq ft lots
Detached backyard cottage
A standalone home in your backyard, the type Utah’s new law opens up on larger lots.
03 — Home eligibility check
Check what your home qualifies for, free
Answer a few questions. We’ll tell you what’s likely allowed, then confirm everything with your city before you spend a dollar.
Your results appear here. Every answer is friendly. There’s almost always an option.
04 — Income calculator
Estimate what your home could earn
Pick your city, type, and size. Add financing to see your payment and monthly cash flow.
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Your current mortgage rate
This changes which option we recommend, not your payment.
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10-year net cash flow, midpoint estimate
Estimates only. One ADU per lot. Payback is before taxes, insurance, and upkeep.
07 — Process
From home review to move-in ready
One team handles the whole thing: research, design, permits, and construction.
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Week 1
Free home review
We research your zoning, lot size, HOA, and utilities, then tell you exactly what your home allows, at no cost.
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Weeks 2–8
Design & permits
Floor plans, engineering, and every permit. We handle all the back-and-forth with your city.
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10–20 weeks
Build
Licensed crews handle site prep, framing, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and finishes, inspected at every stage.
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Final week
Move-in ready
Final inspection, punch list, and a rent-ready unit handed off with permits closed out.
Free home review
Get your free home review
We’ll confirm what’s allowed on your lot and what it could earn, before you spend anything on design.
- We call you within 1 business dayQuick questions about your home and goals.
- We review your propertyZoning, lot, HOA covenants, and utilities.
- You get a clear recommendationThe best ADU type for your home and an estimate. No obligation.
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