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ADUs and guest houses in Boise add living space on a lot you already own. Boise Construction Co handles accessory dwelling projects for Boise and Ada County, including detached units, garage conversions, and interior or basement units when the property allows. Boise ADU Co projects currently run through Boise Construction Co; that brand site is coming. Feasibility comes first: access, utilities, setbacks, and local requirements shape the plan before design. Request a quote and we reply within one business day with next steps.

ADUs & Guest Houses

ADUs & Guest Houses in Boise, Idaho

ADUs and guest houses in Boise add living space on a lot you already own. Boise Construction Co handles accessory dwelling projects for Boise and Ada County, including detached units, garage conversions, and interior or basement units when the property allows. Boise ADU Co projects currently run through Boise Construction Co; that brand site is coming. Feasibility comes first: access, utilities, setbacks, and local requirements shape the plan before design. Request a quote and we reply within one business day with next steps.

Planning fromPriced after a site reviewYour exact range is confirmed at the free in-home visit

Representative image: White board-and-batten house with a dark gable roof and a covered front porch

A CLEAR SCOPE

Plan the details.
Know the next step.

  • 01Property and setback review for an accessory dwelling
  • 02Layout planning for family, guests, or independent living
  • 03Permit-ready drawings and local permit coordination
  • 04Utility connection planning called out as separate lines
  • 05Construction, inspections, and a written workmanship warranty

Why choose us

Why homeowners choose us

  • 01

    Feasibility before design, so setbacks and utilities shape the plan

  • 02

    One accountable team from drawings through the final walkthrough

  • 03

    Line-item budget with written allowances before construction

  • 04

    Boise ADU Co projects currently run through Boise Construction Co

Representative image: White board-and-batten house with a dark gable roof and a covered front porch
Representative image: White board-and-batten house with a dark gable roof and a covered front porch

How it works

Our process, step by step

01

Talk about the property

Share the address, intended use, and what you know about access, utilities, and the existing home.

02

Review feasibility

Confirm setbacks, utilities, parking, and jurisdiction rules before anyone draws a floor plan.

03

Design and budget

Develop the layout, selections, and a line-item budget with written allowances.

04

Permits and build

Coordinate approvals and construction, with written progress updates through handover.

Planning details

Typical timeline

Timeline depends on the unit size, whether it is attached or detached, utility extensions, and plan review. Many ADUs land inside a shorter window than a full custom home; we set a project-specific schedule after the site review.

Local details

Local notes

For adus & guest houses in Boise, confirm the property jurisdiction and scope before applying. City addresses and unincorporated county parcels may use different building departments. Confirm required building and trade permits, inspections and review times for the actual address.

ADUs & Guest Houses cost in Boise

Planning ranges for Boise match the broader Treasure Valley market. An ADU is priced from the property up: setbacks, utilities, access, and whether the unit is attached or detached shape the scope more than a generic square-foot figure.

Request a quote and we reply within one business day. A site review comes before a detailed proposal, so the first number you see is grounded in your lot.

Representative image: Kitchen with white cabinets, a wood island, and a light tile backsplash
Kitchen finishes for Treasure Valley adus & guest houses.

ADUs & Guest Houses across Boise

We build throughout Boise, including North End, Bench, Downtown, East End, Southwest Boise. Lot conditions, utility access, and subdivision design standards vary between these areas, so we tailor the site plan, foundation, and elevations to the specific parcel rather than dropping a plan onto it.

As a local team familiar with Boise landmarks like Idaho State Capitol, Boise River Greenbelt, Table Rock, we understand how the area is developing and plan adus & guest houses that fits the neighborhood and holds its value.

Representative image: White board-and-batten house with a dark gable roof and a covered front porch
Concept exterior for adus & guest houses in Boise.

New construction permits and plan review in Boise

Permits inside Boise city limits come from the City of Boise Planning and Development Services. Addresses outside city limits go through the county instead; we check this for you at the first visit.

Addresses outside city limits go through the county instead; we check this for you at the first visit.

Our Boise designs also account for the local semi-arid climate with four distinct seasons, from insulation and ventilation choices to frost depth, snow load, and materials that hold up to Treasure Valley freeze-thaw cycles.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

ADU cost in Boise depends on size, existing conditions, utility connections, site work, and finishes. We price after a site review rather than publishing a single square-foot number that hides those variables.

No. Feasibility depends on the parcel, setbacks, utilities, and Boise or Ada County requirements. A site-specific review is needed before confirming what can be built.

Yes. Detached ADUs, garage conversions, and basement or interior units are in scope when the property supports them. The suitable route depends on your lot and how the space will be used.

Yes. Boise is inside our Treasure Valley service area, and ADU projects there run through Boise Construction Co.

Request a quote with the address, intended use, and any photos or plans. We reply within one business day and schedule a site review before writing a line-item budget.

Property inside Boise city limits is permitted by the city building office; unincorporated addresses go through Ada County. We check jurisdiction at the first visit and handle permits in-house.

Start your project

Ready to begin?

Free 60 to 90 minute in-home visit.

Planning guidance, design direction, no obligation.