ADU Contractor in Gooding, Idaho
Twin Falls ADU Guys serves Gooding and Gooding County. Same full-service ADU approach — feasibility, design, permitting, and construction.
ADU Services in Gooding
Gooding is the Gooding County seat, located about 35 miles west of Twin Falls near the base of the Soldier Mountains. A charming small city with a strong residential community, Gooding homeowners have the same opportunities to build ADUs for rental income, family housing, or property value growth. We handle the full project from your first call to your final walkthrough.
Permitting in Gooding
Gooding (population ~3,700) is under 10,000, so the SB 1354 mandate does not bind it — but Gooding County code affirmatively permits a 1,000 sq ft accessory dwelling per parcel (for unincorporated county / Area of City Impact land). The in-city cap is set by the City's own Title 11. We confirm which jurisdiction governs your parcel during the Feasibility Check.
ADU Rules in Gooding
Local code governsGooding (population ~3,700) is under the 10,000 SB 1354 threshold. For unincorporated county / Area of City Impact parcels, Gooding County Zoning Ordinance No. 104 affirmatively allows one accessory dwelling unit (up to 1,000 sq ft) per parcel. In-city parcels follow the City of Gooding's Title 11.
- Zoning authority
- In-city: City of Gooding Planning & Zoning, 308 5th Ave West (208-934-5669). Unincorporated county / Area of City Impact: Gooding County Planning & Zoning (208-934-5958).
- ADU size limit
- Gooding County (county / impact-area parcels): max 1,000 sq ft accessory dwelling per parcel, in addition to the primary residence. In-city cap is set by City Title 11 — confirm with City P&Z.
- Setbacks
- Gooding County R-1/R-2: 50 ft from public right-of-way, 5 ft from property line, 40 ft max height; accessory buildings 5 ft side/rear, 10 ft from other structures. In-city setbacks: confirm with City P&Z.
- Permits & fees
- City of Gooding fee schedule: Special Use Permit $200, building permit valuation-based. No ADU-specific fee. No impact fee documented.
- Owner-occupancy
- County: the accessory dwelling may not be sold apart from the residence. No county owner-occupancy live-in mandate.
- Typical 1BR ADU rent
- $850-$1,100/month (estimate)
What an ADU Can Do for Gooding Homeowners
ADU Types We Build
- ✓Detached new build ADU
- ✓Garage conversion ADU
- ✓Attached ADU addition
- ✓Pre-fabricated ADU installation
- ✓Basement conversion (where applicable)
Full-Service Includes
- ✓Feasibility assessment + site visit
- ✓Custom ADU design
- ✓All permit applications and coordination
- ✓General contracting + all trades
- ✓Final inspection + Certificate of Occupancy
Idaho ADU Law and Gooding
Gooding is under 10,000 population, so the Idaho SB 1354 ADU mandate does not bind it — whether you can build an ADU is governed by the local zoning code. That is exactly what our Feasibility Check verifies for your parcel. (Idaho HB 166 separately protects an internal ADU on an owner-occupied homestead from HOA bans.) Learn more about Idaho ADU law →
How We Build Your ADU in Gooding
The same proven 4-step process we use across the Magic Valley
Free Readiness Call
10-15 minutes. We learn about your property and goals, and confirm whether a Feasibility Check makes sense.
Feasibility Check ($250-$750)
On-site visit, measurements, zoning verification with your local planning department, utility assessment, and a complete report with budget range.
Design + Permits
We design your ADU to code and handle every permit application with your city and county building department.
Construction
Our licensed team handles all trades — framing, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and finishes. One team, start to finish.
Plan Your ADU in Gooding
Whether you are just researching or ready to start, here is everything you need to know about building an ADU in Gooding County.
Cost in Gooding
ADU pricing for Gooding County — garage conversion vs detached vs prefab, with hidden costs explained.
Permits in Gooding
How we handle the full permit process — Zoning Use Permit, building permits, trade permits, inspections.
Financing Options
HELOC, construction loans, cash-out refinance, FHA — how Gooding homeowners pay for their ADU.
Idaho ADU Law
HB 166, HOA rules, the 45% size rule — what state and local law actually requires.
Also Serving Near Gooding
We serve all of Gooding County and surrounding communities. If you are near Gooding, we can help — contact us to confirm availability for your specific location.
Ready to Build an ADU in Gooding?
Start with a free 10-15 minute Readiness Call. We'll assess your property, walk through the local permit process, and tell you exactly what's possible.