ADU Builder Serving Eugene, OR
ADU Builder — built by Eugene’s garage & ADU master craftsman, serving Eugene since 1969.
Thinking about an ADU in Eugene? A backyard ADU adds rental income, room for family, and lasting property value — and Red Umbrella has been building garages, ADUs, and additions across Lane County since 1969. Eugene’s urban-infill emphasis and ADU-friendly R-1 zoning make it one of the easier places in the valley to add a garage conversion or detached ADU — the city actively encourages density without displacing neighborhood character.
Building an ADU in Eugene
Eugene the heart of Lane County on I-5 at the Willamette Valley floor. Sits on the Willamette Valley floor with established neighborhoods and city-run permitting, so a project moves on a predictable timeline. Building permits here go through City of Eugene — 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, Eugene is known for University of Oregon campus and the Willamette River path system, and we tailor every build to fit the lot, the neighborhood, and how you actually live.
ADU Builder in Eugene: 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 Eugene 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 City of Eugene and make the whole path simple.
Eugene ADU questions
Can I build an ADU on a lot that already has a duplex in Eugene?
Oregon state law (SB 1051 and subsequent updates) expanded ADU rights broadly, and Eugene’s code reflects that, but ADU eligibility on multi-family lots like duplexes depends on the specific zoning district and lot size. Red Umbrella’s team reviews your parcel during a free consultation and checks with Eugene Development Services when a lot’s eligibility is borderline. Don’t assume your lot qualifies or doesn’t without a professional review.
Does Red Umbrella pull permits for all of its work?
Yes — Red Umbrella pulls all required building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical permits for every project. Bari Swartz holds Oregon Contractor’s license CCB #210412 and a Supervisory Master Electrician credential, covering structural and electrical work without additional subcontractors. Unpermitted construction creates serious liability for homeowners and is not something Red Umbrella does.
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.
We also build these in Eugene.
Garage Conversion
A garage conversion is the fastest, most affordable way to add finished living space.
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Custom Garage
A custom garage means covered parking, a real workshop, RV storage, or an apartment above.
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Home Additions
A seamless addition adds the room you need without the cost and upheaval of moving.
Learn more →ADUs near Eugene
We build throughout Lane County — here are nearby towns we also serve:
Trusted across the valley.
"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 Eugene?
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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