Home Renovation & ADU Contractor
Aldridge Construction delivers design–build remodeling and ADU solutions for Gilroy homeowners who want a smoother project and predictable outcomes. One accountable team handles planning, permits, engineering, and construction so your schedule, scope, and budget stay aligned from kickoff to closeout.
Because we work in Gilroy every week, we navigate GO Permit submittals, inspections, and the City’s pre-approved ADU plans to help shorten review time. You get clear drawings, code-true specs, and jobsite craftsmanship that holds up for years.
Our Home Renovation and ADU Services
From early feasibility to the final punch list, we package remodels, additions, and ADUs/JADUs so approvals move quickly and construction stays efficient. Below is what we built, and how we keep City and County steps straightforward.
Home Renovations & Additions
Enhance your home with upgrades that improve comfort, flow, and long-term value.
- Kitchen & bath remodels: Smarter layouts, durable finishes, upgraded lighting/ventilation, and code-compliant MEP work.
- Interior upgrades: Flooring, trim, built-ins, and improved storage, matched to your home’s style.
- Whole-home updates: Insulation, HVAC/heat-pump options, efficient lighting, and window replacements planned to meet Title 24.
- Window/door improvements: Better egress, comfort, and envelope performance with proper flashing and inspection sequencing.
- Exterior refresh: Siding or roofing replacements with ventilated assemblies and CALGreen waste-management plans.
- Structural reconfiguration: Openings, beams, and lateral upgrades engineered for safety and verified in plan check.
- Room & second-story additions: Full plan sets with structural calcs and energy forms included.
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
Create a guest home, caregiver suite, or long-term rental that fits your lot and budget.
- Detached, attached, and over-garage ADUs: planned to match your home’s architecture, utility layout, and site access for smooth permitting and build.
- Garage conversions: engineered for structure, fire separation, and energy code; every detail is shown clearly in the construction drawings.
- JADUs (up to 500 sf) inside the main home: with a dedicated exterior entry and an efficiency kitchen, designed for comfort and compliance.
- Front-loaded feasibility: we verify setbacks, height, parking, and service capacity early so design choices are informed and approvable.
- Required reports & reviews: We coordinate geotech, structural, and Habitat/NDO submittals whenever the scope or site triggers them.
- Energy-ready plans: Title 24 modeling and CALGreen documentation included, so plan check moves faster and construction stays on spec.
Aldridge Construction stays current with City of Gilroy rules and California energy/green codes. We provide permit-ready submittals so your ADU or JADU is efficient, comfortable, and approvable.
ADU Requirements in Gilroy (What’s Allowed)
Gilroy follows state law with local standards for size, height, setbacks, parking, and rentals. We confirm parcel-specific rules up front and reflect them in drawings, notes, and site plans for the cleanest review path. This upfront compliance helps your submittal be approvable on the first review, where possible.
Size & Height
Detached ADUs up to 1,000 sf; attached ADUs up to 50% of the primary, with state minimums of 850 sf (1-bed) or 1,000 sf (2+ bed) regardless of house size. Typical detached height is 16 ft; 18 ft applies within ½-mile of major transit/high-quality corridors; 24 ft is allowed when over a detached garage. If attached to the primary home, the limit is 25 ft, and multifamily sites have parallel allowances.
Setbacks & Fire-Safety
Most detached ADUs observe 4-ft side and rear setbacks; attached units track primary-home zoning, with accommodation to fit an 800-sf unit in front when needed. Sprinklers are required only if the primary dwelling requires them. For hillside/WUI areas, we use the City’s Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps and apply hardening/defensible-space standards during design.
Utilities & Separate Entry
ADUs must have working water, sewer, and gas/electric; separate meters are not mandated by the City handout. We coordinate sewer notes and routes with SCRWA and show the paths on plan sheets to streamline review. A separate exterior entrance is required for ADUs, and JADUs may retain an interior connection.
Parking & Rental Rules
Parking & Rentals: At most 1 space (tandem or in the front setback); no replacement for garage conversions. Many exemptions, within ½-mile of transit, conversions, historic districts, on-street permit zones, or nearby car-share, remove parking; ADUs/JADUs can’t be rented <30 days (long-term only).
Parking & Rental Rules
Parking & Rentals: At most 1 space (tandem or in the front setback); no replacement for garage conversions. Many exemptions, within ½-mile of transit, conversions, historic districts, on-street permit zones, or nearby car-share, remove parking; ADUs/JADUs can’t be rented <30 days (long-term only).
Permits & Compliance We Handle
Aldridge Construction manages the paperwork and back-and-forth so you can focus on the build, not bureaucracy.
ADU Submittal (City of Gilroy)
ADUs/JADUs are ministerial, building-permit submittal only (no hearing). We prepare a complete set (site plan, floor plans, elevations/sections, structural as needed) plus Title 24 and CALGreen, submit via GO Permit, track corrections, and schedule inspections online. If a pre-approved ADU fits your site, we can target issuance in as little as 15 working days once submittals are complete.
Water & Environmental
Projects adding fixtures/bedrooms may need utility confirmations. In Gilroy, wastewater is treated by SCRWA; we coordinate sewer notes and any applicable capacity/impact fees. ADUs <750 sf are impact-fee exempt; ≥750 sf may be charged proportionately. Gilroy also requires a Habitat Plan Nitrogen Deposition Only (NDO) submittal/fee with ADU/JADU permits; we include it in your package.
Renovation & Addition Permits
For remodels/additions, we assemble code-true drawings, structural calculations, and required notes (e.g., WUI/fire). Energy and green-building documentation is bundled so plan check proceeds cleanly, minimizing rework, shortening review cycles, and avoiding preventable delays.
Coastal & Historic Overlays
Gilroy is inland, so California Coastal Commission permits don’t apply. If your parcel is within/near a designated historic area, we align with objective standards and document any ADU parking exceptions available to historic districts, so compliance and approvals stay straightforward.
Our Design–Build Process
Our integrated approach keeps design, approvals, and construction on one coordinated path, saving time, preventing scope drift, and protecting your budget.
Consultation & Site Feasibility
We begin by understanding your goals, timeline, and budget, then study zoning, setbacks, utility paths, access, tree/grade constraints, WUI exposure, and habitat-plan items. For ADUs, we verify size, height, and parking early, so drawings start on solid ground. This upfront feasibility reduces revisions and speeds approvals.
Concept Design & Budget
You’ll review clear layout options with value-engineering notes to compare cost and performance. We specify systems and assemblies that pass Title 24/CALGreen without redesign at plan check. An itemized estimate with steerable allowances gives you control over scope and finishes.
Permitting & Approvals
We prepare forms, upload via GO Permit, respond to comments, and line up inspections in sequence. When appropriate, we recommend the City’s pre-approved ADU route to compress plan review. The result is a predictable path from submittal to permit issuance.
Construction
Dedicated project management coordinates trades, protects the jobsite, and maintains a tidy, safe workspace. Quality checkpoints at each milestone keep work on spec and inspections smooth. Materials and assemblies are installed for durability and long-term performance.
Construction
Dedicated project management coordinates trades, protects the jobsite, and maintains a tidy, safe workspace. Quality checkpoints at each milestone keep work on spec and inspections smooth. Materials and assemblies are installed for durability and long-term performance.
Final Walkthrough & Warranty
Together, we complete the punch list to confirm fit, finish, and functionality. We hand off manuals, maintenance guidance, and any care schedules for your products. Our documented warranty support ensures you’re covered after move-in.
Why Homeowners Choose Our Team
Choose Aldridge Construction, Gilroy, CA, when you want a licensed local contractor who understands permits, inspections, energy code, and green-building requirements, so approvals move faster and construction stays on track.
- Licensed, local, experienced. Built for South County schedules, neighborhoods, and microclimates.
- Permit-ready plans. We include WUI/fire details where applicable, Title 24 forms, and CALGreen checklists to limit corrections.
- Historic-aware design. We flag overlays early and align with objective standards so your project is approvable and practical to build.
- One accountable partner. One contract, one schedule, clear pricing—from concept to keys.
- Built to last. Proper flashing, ventilation, moisture control, and materials specs for longevity.
Ready to reimagine your home with a renovation or addition? Let Aldridge Construction guide you through every step of the process. Visit our Contact Us page to fill out our short form, or call us directly at 831-682-9788 to discuss your project with Brian Aldridge. Together, we can create a space that perfectly suits your lifestyle and preferences.
We bring your vision to life!
Frequently Asked Questions About Home Renovation & Additions
Yes, Gilroy allows ADUs and JADUs on most residential lots under California law. We confirm your parcel’s eligibility and advise on City vs. County rules before design.
Detached ADUs are typically allowed up to 1,000 sq ft, with state minimums of 850–1,000 sq ft and heights commonly 16–25 ft depending on context. We verify the size/height for your address and reflect it on the site plan.
Often no, because several exceptions apply (e.g., conversions or proximity to transit). When required, one space may be tandem or in the front setback, and no replacement is needed for garage conversions.
No, ADUs/JADUs can’t be rented for fewer than 30 days in Gilroy. Long-term rentals are allowed, and we can note the proper restriction in your permit set.
With complete submittals and a pre-approved plan, ADU permits can move quickly; custom designs and utility upgrades take longer. We provide a realistic schedule tied to plan check, inspections, and scope.
Yes, most remodels and all additions require permits, drawings, and energy/green-building documentation. We prepare the full package, submit it through GO Permit, and manage corrections and inspections.
For partial remodels, phasing and dust control often make it feasible to stay. For major additions or kitchen/bath overhauls, we’ll discuss temporary arrangements to keep you comfortable and safe.
Yes, we’re a design–build team that creates permit-ready plans and specifications. We align materials, proportions, and details so additions and ADUs blend with the existing architecture.