Denver’s Housing Shortfall and the Role of ADU Construction
Denver is facing a significant housing challenge over the next decade. According to the city’s Department of Housing Stability, the city will be short approximately 44,000 affordable housing units (Denver7, 2025). While no single solution can address such a gap on its own, one strategy gaining momentum is the construction of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs).
Rising Demand for ADUs in Denver: What the Trends Reveal
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) have become a growing fixture in Denver’s housing strategy. Recent policy changes, zoning reforms, and rising permit numbers indicate increasing support for ADUs as a tool to address affordability and housing diversity. This article examines how Denver’s regulatory environment is evolving, what the numbers say, and what builders and homeowners should know.
Colorado 2026 Building Code for Denver Custom Homes and ADUs
The new building code will raise energy efficiency standards for all new homes, additions, and ADUs in Denver. Projects must include tighter insulation, stronger air sealing, and modern electrical systems for heating and cooling. While this can increase upfront costs, the goal is to lower utility bills over time and create healthier, more resilient homes.
Custom Cabinets Go Beyond Kitchens
Custom cabinets can be designed to fit and enhance nearly any room in a home, not just the kitchen. With the right interior design, homeowners can tailor storage and style for bathrooms, laundry rooms, garages, home offices, and living areas. These cabinets are built to match specific needs and spaces, optimizing the functionality and aesthetics in areas beyond the kitchen. Hints why custom is truly the core benefit of custom cabinetry.
Should You Stay or Move Out During Your Denver Home Renovation
So, you’ve decided to renovate—congratulations! Whether you’re planning a Denver home addition, building an ADU, or doing a whole home remodel, you’re about to create a space that better fits your life. At Sustainable Design Build, we know this is an exciting time, but we also know you probably have questions. One of the most common? Should I live in my home during construction, or should I move out?
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