Hi everyone.
I have SFH in Granada hills area (LA city). 1700sqft (3bd 2bath large yard) major remodel 4 yrs ago and have good tenants. Rent is $4.4k
Lease ends 04/01/2026
I want to convert garage into ADU, separate entrance, no shared outdoor space.
I’m planning lowering tenant rent to $4.1k, adding large storage backyard for existing tenant, and adding 4th bedroom inside house (if they want). Also, I will be covering the water/power bill during construction.
I’m sure many had similar situation where they want to build ADU while they have tenants main house… how was the process for you guys? Did your tenants give hard time during constructions? Anything specific I need to know besides letting them know 90 days ahead of time in writing?
Thanks in advance
Turning garage into ADU while you have tenants main house. Special legal process besides letting them know in writing?
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This idea sounds good. If the current tenants have the garage in their lease, there is a possibility that even with the reduced rent they will move. Sounds like you are offering a fair plan. For me, my garage is pretty important and I likely wouldn’t give it up for $300. More importantly, that kind of monthly rent offers some privacy on a nicer house. If I were to have neighbors in my garage , I would move. I think if you are ok with changing tenants and possibly more often cycling of tenants… go for it.