Above-Garage ADUs in Eugene
Put a full apartment over your garage — covered parking and storage below, private living space above.
Key Takeaways
- An above-garage ADU stacks a full apartment over parking on a single footprint.
- Ideal for narrow or full lots — you keep your yard and driveway.
- Red Umbrella designs, permits, and builds it with a Master Electrician in-house.
What is an above-garage ADU?
It's an accessory dwelling unit built on top of a garage — either new construction over a new garage, or a unit added above a suitable existing structure. You get parking and storage on the ground floor and a complete living unit (kitchen, bath, bedroom, private entrance) stacked on the same footprint.
Why build up instead of out
Building up preserves your yard and driveway, keeps your parking, and often pencils out well per square foot because the garage and the unit share one foundation and roof. It's ideal for narrow or already-full lots where a detached cottage won't fit.
How Red Umbrella builds it
You work directly with owner Bari Swartz — building in the Eugene area since 1969 — with a Supervisory Master Electrician in-house (no subbed-out electrical). We design it, pull and manage every City of Eugene or Lane County permit, and build it start to finish, backed by a 5-year workmanship warranty. Choose traditional stick framing or energy-efficient SIP panels. Up to 120% financing available.
Common questions
Can I add an apartment above my existing garage?
Sometimes — it depends on the existing garage's foundation and framing. Bari will assess whether to reinforce the existing structure or build new, at your free consultation.
Do above-garage ADUs make good rentals?
Yes. With a private exterior stair and entrance, they offer real separation from the main home, which renters value.
How much does an above-garage ADU cost?
It varies with size and finish; a ground-up garage-with-ADU is more involved than a simple conversion. We'll give you a real number at your consultation, and up to 120% financing is available.
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