Unpermitted Garage → Legal ADU

Published by Redline Republic | July 2025

What Was There

A family in Chula Vista had converted their detached garage into a rental unit years ago — no permits, no plans, and definitely no inspections. It worked for a while… until they tried to refinance. That’s when the red flags came up.

🚫 No fire separation
🚫 No egress window
🚫 No Title 24 compliance
🚫 No drawings on file with the city

They needed help. Fast.

What We Did

We started with a field measure and full as-built drafting — documenting exactly what was there, down to the inch.

From there, we created:

✅ A proposed ADU layout that met code
✅ A clean site plan with setbacks and lot coverage
✅ Title 24 coordination
✅ Fire-rated wall design
✅ New electrical layout
✅ Structural notes for converted garage door area

We submitted the full plan set, responded to plan check comments, and coordinated with the city until the final permit was approved.

The Outcome

Now, that old garage is a fully legalized, rentable ADU with:

– Legal kitchen
– Full bathroom
– Fire-rated walls
– Code-compliant egress
– Energy compliance
– Income-generating potential

What used to be a liability is now a legal asset — and they can sleep easy (and cash-flow proud).

📍 Why Chula Vista Matters

Chula Vista’s permit process is unique — it often requires:

– BMP notes
– Specific utility layouts
– Site photos
– Zoning checks (especially if the lot is in an overlay zone)

Redline Republic has experience with Chula Vista Planning & Building and knows how to move fast through their system.

💬 Ronnie’s Note:

“We’ve seen people lose sales or delay loans because of bootleg conversions.
Don’t wait until it becomes a crisis. Let us help you fix it now — the right way.”

✅ Ready to Legalize Your Garage?

We specialize in turning unpermitted spaces into fully legal ADUs — fast, clean, and with city approval.

👉 [Fix My Garage Conversion]
📞 (619) 717‑4528
📸 Instagram: @redlinerepublicx

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