ADU Process

Building ADUs the Aforma Way simplifies the ADU process so that beautiful designs can be realized carefully and efficiently. We work with architects and also can provide end-to-end services covering feasibility, design, permitting and construction.

 

High-quality construction and beautiful made-to-measure materials like cedar, stone, architectural concrete, plaster and blackened steel.

 

Learn (5 business days)

Learn as much as possible about the purpose of the ADU and the site on which it will be placed.

  • Needs consultation

  • Zoning and site feasibility report

Preconstruction and Design Services (4-6 months)

When your ADU design is finalized, we handle all engineering, surveying and city permitting for you. A loan can usually be finalized at the time of permitting.

  • *Site survey if required

  • Engineering, Construction Document Creation

  • Building permits

  • *Land use adjustment if required

  • Budget and Schedule

Construction (4-6 months)

Your ADU is built on site by Aforma in the Aforma way. Our designers work hand-in-hand with our in-house construction staff to build your ADU to exacting specifications. Work with one team — end-to-end — and follow our progress with a cloud-based dashboard, providing an up-to-the-minute construction schedule and budget.

 
 
 

Why ADUs?

Great Economic Environment

  • City of Portland supports aggressive ADU goals

  • Lenders are offering exciting new loan products

  • Interest rates are still historically low

  • Modern designs in Portland's housing market are considered premium

Single Trusted Partner

  • Aforma is a whole solution company, offering an end-to-end site-built ADU. Our process ensures consistency from concept to completion.

  • Easier, quicker permit approval with standardized designs

  • Orchestration off designers, engineers, permitting approval

  • Full-service construction

Known Unknowns

  • Achieve timeless design and trust products and construction methods that have been honed by expert local practitioners

  • Work with an alliance of honest professionals who want to craft something genuinely great

  • Forecast schedule and control cost through cloud-based dashboard monitoring