Workbench Collaborates With The County of Monterey On Pre-designed ADU Program
Workbench is pleased to collaborate with the County of Monterey on their state grant funded SB2 pre-designed ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) program. This program aims to ease the financial burden to homeowners by streamlining the design and permitting process and costs for ADUs.
Summary
Workbench designed ADU plans have a complete architectural, structural, and mechanical design, which can be released to the public upon application. Workbench has collaborated with seven cities along the Central Coast on similar ADU programs. Monterey County is the first county-wide program in collaboration with Workbench to be released to the public.
The Designs
Workbench designed three detached ADUs for Monterey County residents: a one-bedroom 515 square foot unit; a two-bedroom 750 square foot; and a three-bedroom, two bath 1,200 square foot unit. Homeowners have the choice to select from two exterior architectural styles: Ventana Ranch and Santa Lucia Modern. All homes meet the minimum WUI (Wildland Urban Interface) standards, building in fire resiliency measures no matter where the property is located. The units are designed for all regions of Monterey County, with consideration given to climate and style variations.
Ventana Ranch Predesign Models
Santa Lucia Predesign Models
Energy & Sustainability
The ADUs meet both California building code (2022) and Cal Green building standards. Since buildings contribute 25%+ to all of California emissions, these ADU’s are designed as all electric, omitting fossil fuel use. The homes feature heat pump water heaters, mini-split heating/cooling, electric dryers, and induction ranges. To reduce the carbon footprint of each home, property owners are encouraged to use a solar and battery backup system. Covered front porches and overhangs control heat gain. Light fixtures are LED. Energy recovery ventilators (ERVs) continually circulate fresh air within the structures.
Other amenities include storage lofts, open floor plans, skylights, accessible bathrooms, washer/dryers, and well-appointed kitchens. Homeowners can outfit the interior however they choose. Workbench provides a ‘how to’ guide to help homeowners select environmentally friendly and healthy materials.
Solving For The Housing Crisis
With several ADU pre-approved programs completed and more underway, Workbench is proud to be a leader in promoting sustainable and affordable, higher density housing solutions to address the housing crisis in California.
Monterey Pre-Designed ADU Program Info
To see the designs and Monterey County’s Pre-designed ADU program or if you need information on our County’s ADU regulations visit: https://www.co.monterey.ca.us or call 831-755-5025.
Questions
For questions about this press release or to see other Workbench projects and learn more about our work visit: workbenchbuilt.com or reach out at hello@workbenchbuilt.com | Jamileh Cannon 831.227.2217 or 189 Walnut Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA