ADU Construction in Charlotte, NC

Day & Co Homes builds ADUs in Charlotte, creating self-contained living spaces that add value and flexibility to your property.

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  • Adds rental income potential or flexible living space to your property
  • Full-scope management from design and permitting through final finish
  • Built to Mecklenburg County ADU regulations and Charlotte building codes
  • Self-contained unit with its own entrance, kitchen, and bathroom
  • Increases overall property value in Charlotte's competitive real estate market
  • Ideal for multigenerational living, home office use, or long-term rental
A newly constructed detached accessory dwelling unit in a Charlotte residential backyard, featuring a covered entrance and exterior finishes that match the primary home. The compact structure includes a separate door and windows consistent with the neighborhood's architectural character.

Expert ADU Construction in Charlotte, NC

Accessory Dwelling Units are one of the most valuable additions a Charlotte homeowner can make to their property. Day & Co Homes designs and builds ADUs for homeowners who want to add rental income, house family members, or create a dedicated workspace on their lot. We handle the full scope — design, permitting, foundation, framing, mechanical rough-ins, insulation, drywall, and finish work — so you work with one team from start to finish. Charlotte's growing population and tight housing market make ADUs an increasingly attractive investment. We understand Mecklenburg County's ADU regulations and permit process, and we plan each build to meet local requirements efficiently. Contact Day & Co Homes to discuss ADU construction for your Charlotte property.

What's included

  • Adds rental income potential or flexible living space to your property
  • Full-scope management from design and permitting through final finish
  • Built to Mecklenburg County ADU regulations and Charlotte building codes
  • Self-contained unit with its own entrance, kitchen, and bathroom
  • Increases overall property value in Charlotte's competitive real estate market
  • Ideal for multigenerational living, home office use, or long-term rental
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ADU Construction FAQ

Common questions about adu construction in Charlotte, NC.

Yes, detached ADUs are allowed in Charlotte on qualifying single-family lots under the city's Unified Development Ordinance. Your lot must meet setback, size, and impervious surface requirements before construction can begin.

In Charlotte, a detached ADU can be no larger than 50% of your primary home's floor area, with a hard cap of 1,000 heated square feet. Attached units within the principal residence are capped at 800 square feet or 35% of the main structure's total floor area.

Day & Co Homes builds attached ADUs, detached backyard cottages, and garage conversions for Charlotte homeowners. Each type must include its own kitchen, bathroom, sleeping area, and separate entrance to qualify as a full ADU.

Charlotte's UDO requires that the ADU and the primary dwelling remain under the same ownership. Specific owner-occupancy rules can vary, so we review your property's zoning details before the project starts.

Yes, Charlotte homeowners can rent out their ADU to tenants as long as the unit meets all city code requirements. The City of Charlotte has also launched a program offering forgivable financing for owners who rent to income-qualifying tenants.

Yes, Charlotte's UDO requires that the roof and exterior materials of a new ADU be similar in composition and appearance to the primary dwelling. Day & Co Homes designs each unit to complement your existing home's style.

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Had DCH remodel both bathrooms in my home. Complete remodel.Great crew to work with. Very meticulous! I’d recommend them anytime without hesitation anytime

Evelyn Stanley Google review · May 2026

Day and her crew remodeled our kitchen. Day provides excellent communication and is very detailed with her information. Her and the crew took the time and effort to make sure everything was to their liking, being very detailed with the build. Our kitchen turned out better than we could have ever imagined and we are beyond grateful that we found them to do this job! They also put up railing to our deck that was never installed when we bought the house and now our deck looks and feels complete! We will have them back for any and all work that we want done to the house going forward. Lastly, the pricing is fair and to the point, no hidden fees or extreme. You want something done really good and correctly, look no further.

Josh Greene Google review · February 2025

Day and her crew helped identify and fix a plumbing issue. They were very through, checking all of the pips all over the townhouse. Then they replaces a few broken and dirty parts of the plumbing. While doing that, I mentioned there was a small hole in the wall behind a handrail, very hard to get to. I asked for a quote for them to repair it. They just fixed it! Included it in the price for the plumbing fix. Will definitely use them again.

Derek Walton Google review · May 2026

Ours was a relatively small project - replacing a cracked tile at the entrance to our shower. I reached out to Day and she was terrific to work with. She promptly came over to review the job and develop an estimate, submitted that to me timely, and then scheduled the work to my convenience. She and her team were prompt arriving, kept me informed throughout the work for any additional scope (there was none), and completed the job very professionally, including spotless cleanup. I will certainly recommend DCH Demolition to others and will use them again without hesitation when needed.

Steve Struble Google review · April 2025

I found myself in need of a new railing system for my 14 ft. tall deck. A popular contractor matching service led me to DCH. The matching service had no reviews, so I checked references. These were very good to phenomenal. The bid was very competitive. I hired DCH. The proprietor and I agreed on a modern but economical rail system. DCH obtained from the rail manufacturer a 25% discount, free shipping, and a computer-aided design model of my deck. The installation was efficient and goal-oriented. There was one add-on to the contract, and it was reasonable and fairly priced. The installed rail is attractive and sturdy. The installation was neat and tidy. DCH took care of all construction waste. Throughout the project, we communicated often by phone, text and email. My inquiries were always answered promptly. I now consider DCH my default contractor to call for any renovation project. My satisfaction is total.

Otwell Timmons Google review · March 2025

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