The devastating January 2025 wildfires in Altadena and Pacific Palisades left many families without homes. To support recovery, Casita Coalition with the Wells Fargo Foundation, created the ADUs & Fire Recovery Toolkit.

Why ADUs Help After Fire

• Faster Recovery – ADUs can be built quicker than full home rebuilds.

• Financial Support – Rental income from an ADU can offset rebuilding costs.

• Long-Term Flexibility – ADUs provide space for family, rentals, or evolving household needs.

California ADU Laws

Homeowners are typically allowed to add:

• 1 detached ADU

• 1 conversion ADU

• 1 Junior ADU (JADU)

This legal framework gives homeowners flexible options when rebuilding.

Access the Toolkit

For step-by-step guidance on building ADUs as part of recovery:
👉 ADUs & Fire Recovery Toolkit

ADUs don’t just rebuild homes—they rebuild resilience and hope.