Backyard ADUs in Adair Village, Oregon
ADU Builder — built by Eugene’s garage & ADU master craftsman, serving Adair Village since 1969.
Thinking about an ADU in Adair Village? A backyard ADU adds rental income, room for family, and lasting property value — and Red Umbrella has been building garages, ADUs, and additions across Benton County since 1969. Adair Village is incorporated but stopped issuing its own building permits in December 2014 — all applications now go to Benton County, a sharp exception that trips up applicants who assume city status means a city permit.
Building an ADU in Adair Village
Adair Village sits 55 mi north of Eugene via I-5 & OR-99W. Blends established suburban lots with larger parcels on its edges — a familiar mix for siting a new build. Building permits here go through Benton County — a process we know well — and for an ADU, that shapes how utilities connect and whether a detached cottage or an attached unit fits best.
Locally, Adair Village is known for Former Camp Adair WWII Army base, E.E. Wilson Wildlife Area (1,800+ acres), OR-99W, and we tailor every build to fit the lot, the neighborhood, and how you actually live.
ADU Builder in Adair Village: what we build
We build detached backyard cottages, attached units, and ADUs above or beside a garage — designed, permitted, and built end to end.
- Detached & attached ADUs, 400–900+ sq ft
- Garage-to-ADU conversions (our specialty)
- Permits, utilities & site work handled
- Up to 120% financing — cash-flows as a rental
Why Adair Village homeowners choose Red Umbrella
- Garages and ADUs under one roof — the rare shop that masters both, so a garage-with-a-suite is one project, one crew.
- Master Electrician in-house — owner Bari Swartz wires it himself, to code, no waiting on a sub.
- Building since 1969 — you work directly with Bari, not a sales rep or a rotating cast of subs.
- Permits handled & up to 120% financing — we know Benton County and make the whole path simple.
Adair Village ADU questions
What are Adair Village system-development charges (SDCs) for an ADU?
Adair Village system-development charges for a new ADU run approximately $7,000, covering water, sewer, and transportation impact fees. SDCs are due at permit issuance and can be financed through programs Red Umbrella works with, including HFS Financial, so you don’t need to pay them out of pocket at closing. Exact SDC amounts vary by unit size and utility district; your permit application will show the precise figure.
Is an ORS Chapter 87 lien notice required for my project?
Yes — Oregon law requires licensed contractors to deliver an “Information Notice to Owner About Construction Liens” before starting any improvement to residential property under ORS 87.093. This protects homeowners by disclosing that subcontractors and suppliers may have lien rights even when the general contractor is paid in full. Red Umbrella includes this notice in every contract packet.
What does “financing up to 120%” mean for a construction project?
Financing up to 120% of project cost means the loan can cover not only the construction contract amount but also an additional 20% to account for incidentals such as permits, system-development charges, landscaping after construction, or minor scope changes. This helps homeowners avoid out-of-pocket surprises during construction. HFS Financial, a lender partner of Red Umbrella, offers this type of product for qualifying borrowers.
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"Bari built us a fine, 600 sq ft cottage (ADU) in our back yard. Helpful from start to finish through the permit process."
"Our garage was crushed by a tree in the ice storm. Red Umbrella, garage specialists, were perfect for the job."
"Bari at Red Umbrella is a solid contractor! We hired him to remodel our garage in College Hill, and it became a special place to live and enjoy."
Planning an ADU in Adair Village?
Bari will look at your lot and give you an honest number — permits handled, up to 120% financing, usually a reply within one business day.
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