NS Design and Build helps Greenwood Village homeowners create thoughtfully designed accessory dwelling units for multigenerational living, guests, rental income, or additional private space. From detached backyard cottages and garage apartments to attached ADUs and basement conversions, our design-build team manages feasibility, zoning research, design, permits, construction, utilities, and final inspections. Call (720) 641-4365 or request a free quote to schedule a property walkthrough and feasibility review.
We visit your Greenwood Village property, review the primary residence and available space, and evaluate setbacks, lot coverage, access, utilities, and other site considerations.
Our team researches the applicable zoning district, land-use standards, parking requirements, size limitations, and approval process before developing the design.
We prepare a functional layout and detailed proposal for a detached ADU, attached unit, garage apartment, or basement conversion based on your goals and property.
We prepare permit documents, coordinate with local planning and building departments, and assist with administrative review, site-plan approval, or HOA submissions when required.
Our team manages site preparation, framing, roofing, utilities, HVAC, plumbing, electrical work, interior finishes, subcontractors, and required inspections.
We complete the punch list, coordinate final approvals, review the finished ADU with you, and provide applicable occupancy, warranty, and project documentation.
No. Properties located within Greenwood Village are primarily governed by the Greenwood Village Land Development Code rather than the Denver zoning code. The applicable zoning district determines how land-use standards affect your property, so we verify the current zoning and local requirements before beginning the ADU design.
Colorado state law establishes certain ADU requirements for qualifying subject jurisdictions, while local governments continue to administer zoning, building permits, design standards, and construction reviews. Greenwood Village may apply its own local rules as long as they comply with applicable state housing laws. We review both state law and the current local zoning code during the feasibility phase.
A property with an existing primary residence may qualify for one accessory dwelling unit, depending on its zoning district, property type, available space, and other development standards. Colorado’s ADU law requires qualifying subject jurisdictions to allow one ADU as an accessory use to a single-unit detached dwelling in areas where that housing type is permitted. A property-specific review is still required before design or construction begins.
An attached ADU connects directly to the main house or primary dwelling unit. A backyard cottage is a detached unit constructed separately from the principal building, while a garage apartment is built above or within a new or existing garage. Each option has different square footage, utility, setback, foundation, and construction considerations.
Setback requirements control how close the ADU can be to the front, side, and rear property lines. Bulk-plane, height, lot-coverage, and square footage standards can also influence the unit’s size and placement. Greenwood Village requires residential site plans to show structure dimensions, setbacks, and utility locations, and a variance may be necessary when a proposed detached ADU does not meet an applicable setback.
Parking requirements depend on the current zoning rules, property layout, ADU design, and applicable state-law restrictions. During the feasibility review, we evaluate the existing driveway, garage, street access, and available parking area to determine whether the proposed dwelling unit can meet current requirements without creating unnecessary site changes.
An ADU does not have to duplicate every feature of the main residence, but a coordinated design can help preserve neighborhood character. We can match or complement the primary structure through similar roofing, siding, windows, exterior finishes, proportions, and architectural details while creating a functional independent living space.
Accessory dwelling units can add more housing options without requiring a separate subdivision or large multifamily development. They may provide smaller living spaces for relatives, older adults, caregivers, renters, or residents seeking more affordable housing. Colorado’s Department of Local Affairs identifies ADUs as one way communities can diversify their housing stock while using existing neighborhood infrastructure.
Some funding may reach property owners through participating local governments, lenders, nonprofits, or housing organizations, but eligibility and availability vary. Colorado created an ADU fee reduction and encouragement grant program that can help supportive jurisdictions develop pre-approved plans, offer technical assistance, or reduce certain ADU-related fees. We can help identify current programs, but approval is determined by the organization administering the funding.
The review process depends on whether the project meets the applicable zoning standards. A compliant project may qualify for administrative review, while a request involving a variance, site-plan approval, or another exception may require review by the appropriate board or a public hearing. We prepare the required plans, coordinate with the local jurisdiction, and help property owners respond to planning comments throughout the approval process.
