CHapel Hill ADU BUILDERS

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What is an ADU?

An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is a fully independent living space on your property, complete with its own kitchen, bathroom, and living area. Whether attached to your main home or built as a separate structure, an ADU offers flexibility for a variety of needs.

In Chapel Hill, ADUs have become popular for multi-generational living to guest accommodations, home offices, or rental income opportunities. ADUs are a smart, long-term solution for maximizing your property’s potential.

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Can You Build an ADU in Chapel Hill/orange county or Chatham county?

Yes. Local zoning laws in Chapel Hill and surrounding areas like Chatham County allow for ADUs, both attached and detached, on qualifying properties. Size, setbacks, and height restrictions vary by jurisdiction.

BOLD Construction specializes in designing and building unique ADUs and will guide you through every step—from feasibility and permitting to design and construction.

We understand the local requirements and will ensure your ADU meets all code regulations while still aligning with your vision.

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Ideas for Your Chapel Hill ADU

–Multi-Generational Living

–Secondary Suite

–Home Office

–Studio

–Guest House

–Pool House

HOW MUCH DOES AN ADU COST IN CHAPEL HILL?

Contrary to what you see on HGTV, ADUs are not super inexpensive. At BOLD Construction, we build ADUs in a wide range of sizes and scope of work, so it’s difficult to give a precise cost. However, a good starting range could be:

Total: $350,000 to $500,000

Per Square Foot: $350 to $500 sq/ft

How Big Can an ADU Be?

ADU size limits are determined by local zoning:

Chapel Hill/Orange County: Typically up to 750 sq ft
Chatham County: Up to 1,500 sq ft or 50% of the main home’s square footage—whichever is greater

ADUs cannot be sold separately from the main residence but can significantly increase property value and function.

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Is building an ADU worth it?

Absolutely. Between the value an ADU brings to your property and the incredible flexibility in its use, an ADU can be the answer to many of your space needs.

If you have an older relative moving in soon, frequent weekend guests, lack space in your main home for a private home office, or many other reasons for adding an independent space to your home, an ADU will serve you very well.

If you have questions or want to discuss your ADU ideas with us, get in touch! We’d love to hear about your design goals.

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OUR DESIGN-BUILD renovation PROCESS

Step 1: Discovery Meeting & Site Visit

We start by getting to know you and your vision for the project. We’ll discuss your budget, timeline, and overall goals. We’ll also thoroughly inspect your home and your lot. That way we can present you with a pricing proposal and budget for the project.

Step 2: Design Agreement

Once you’re ready to move forward, our team works directly with you to develop a personalized design that truly captures your vision. Using the latest design technology and project management tools, we’ll create detailed plans for your custom renovation. At this stage, you’ll get a clear idea of how your project will look and check the price against the proposal we provided after our initial site visit.

Step 3: Architectural Design Development & Pricing Proposal

This is where your vision really starts to come to life. You’ll work closely with our Architectural team to design a home that reflects your style, fits your lifestyle, and stays within your budget.

Once the design is finalized, we present a clear, fixed-price proposal outlining the full scope and cost of the project. That means no surprises, no inflated invoices, and no confusing “cost-plus” arrangements. Your total cost is locked in before construction begins.

Behind the scenes, we go through a meticulous pricing and planning process so that your final invoice aligns with your approved budget—unless you decide to make changes along the way. We’ll work with you to fine-tune the Scope of Work (SOW) until everything feels just right. Then, once you’re confident in every detail, we’ll move forward with signing the final contract.

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OUR WORK

Explore our ADU projects throughout Chapel Hill, Pittsboro, Hillsborough, and surrounding areas.

Cary Modern Pool House

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Chapel Hill Farmhouse Style Pool House

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Where We Work

BOLD Custom Homes & Renovations proudly serves Chatham County and Orange County. This includes Chapel Hill, Pittsboro, and Hillsborough. If you’d like to find out if your project is in our service area, reach out to us!

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Our Service Area

Orange County

-Chapel Hill

-Hillsborough

-Carrboro

Chatham County

-Pittsboro

-Siler City

-Goldston

-Cary

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WHAT OUR CLIENTS THINK

“We’ve never worked with a team that cared this much. The quality of the house is just incredible. But for me, on a personal level, it’s about the people. They listened, they heard us, and they accommodated us. In our wildest dreams, we could not have expected it to turn out this way.”

-Mickey & Daphnee R.

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WHAT OUR CLIENTS THINK

“From start to finish, BOLD delivered an incredible experience. BOLD is committed to cultivating a great working relationship with its clients and is passionate about designing and building exceptional homes. We are thrilled with the end product—our home is spectacular.”

-Lauren R.

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WHAT OUR CLIENTS THINK

“Not only did we end up with the house of our dreams, we have a team that is in for the long haul. Even after we closed the project and everything was finished, the Bold team answered their phones at 11 at night and sent help for something I screwed up. It doesn’t get any better than that. If you are looking to build, look no further. You won’t find a better team.”

-Rocky S.

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At BOLD Construction & Renovations, we treat every project as if it were our own home—with care, unwavering attention to detail, and pride in the breathtaking outcome.

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