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Before L&D Construction was building ADUs and custom homes across Denver, it began with one project. It was the first Denver ADU David built behind the home he and his wife Lindsay purchased early in their marriage. At the time, David was doing a wide range of remodeling work. The business was still taking shape,..

Building an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) in Denver is one of the smartest ways to add value, create flexible living space, or generate rental income. But the success of your ADU project depends heavily on one decision: choosing the right builder. Denver’s zoning rules, permitting process, and construction environment make it essential to work with..

When looking back at the evolution of designing and building ADUs in Denver, it is remarkable how much has changed in just a few years. Back in 2016, when L&D Construction built its first accessory dwelling unit, many homeowner goals were difficult to achieve under Denver’s ADU zoning code. In many cases, height limits, bulk..

As accessory dwelling units (ADUs) continue to gain momentum across Denver, many homeowners begin the process with a clear goal: to create a private rental space that feels separate from the main home. At the same time, no two homeowners approach an ADU in exactly the same way. Some prioritize rental income, others flexibility for..

Building an accessory dwelling unit, a custom home, or completing a major renovation is one of the most significant investments you’ll make. A clear, structured process is essential to protecting your time, budget, and vision. Our design-build process is organized into four phases: Preliminary Feasibility, Preconstruction, Construction, and Post-Construction. Each phase is designed to create..

ADUs are having a moment in Denver, but the move to allow them citywide didn’t happen overnight. The rules homeowners see today were shaped over years of planning, public outreach, and hands-on input from people working directly with homeowners, architects, and the city. One of those people was our very own Sarah Senderhauf, Sales Director..

There is a season in every small business where the work itself demands more attention than the spotlight. For L&D Construction, that season was defined by focus on the work itself, and during it we continued doing what we have always done: building high-quality ADUs and homes throughout Denver with care, precision, and accountability. If..