ADU Contractor in Wendell, Idaho
Building an ADU in Wendell? Twin Falls ADU Guys serves Gooding County homeowners with full-service ADU design, permitting, and construction.
ADU Services in Wendell
Wendell sits 25 miles west of Twin Falls along US-30, in the heart of Gooding County. With a population around 2,900, Wendell has the kind of larger residential lots that make ADUs especially viable — room for detached units, easier setback compliance, and lower lot coverage pressure. We serve Wendell with the same full-service approach as any Magic Valley project: free Readiness Call, on-site Feasibility Check, and full design-through-construction. Properties within city limits go through the City of Wendell; rural parcels outside city limits are administered through Gooding County Planning & Zoning.
Permitting in Wendell
Wendell (population ~2,900) is under 10,000, so the SB 1354 mandate does not bind it. For unincorporated county / Area of City Impact parcels, Gooding County code permits a 1,000 sq ft accessory dwelling. In-city parcels follow Wendell's own Title 5 zoning. Larger lots in Wendell typically make setback compliance easier than in denser Twin Falls neighborhoods. We confirm your exact jurisdiction and rules during the Feasibility Check.
ADU Rules in Wendell
Local code governsWendell (population ~2,900) is under the 10,000 SB 1354 threshold. For unincorporated county / Area of City Impact parcels, Gooding County Zoning Ordinance No. 104 permits a 1,000 sq ft accessory dwelling per parcel. In-city parcels follow the City of Wendell's Title 5 zoning code.
- Zoning authority
- In-city: City of Wendell, 375 1st Ave E (208-536-5161). Unincorporated county / Area of City Impact: Gooding County Planning & Zoning (208-934-5958).
- ADU size limit
- Gooding County (county / impact-area parcels): 1,000 sq ft accessory dwelling per parcel, may not be sold apart from the residence. In-city cap: confirm with City Hall.
- Setbacks
- Confirmed during your free Feasibility Check.
- Permits & fees
- No fee schedule is published on the city site; confirm permit fees with City Hall.
- Owner-occupancy
- County: the accessory dwelling cannot be sold separately from the primary residence.
- Typical 1BR ADU rent
- $750-$1,100/month (estimate)
What an ADU Can Do for Wendell 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 Wendell
Wendell 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 Wendell
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 Wendell
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 Wendell
ADU pricing for Gooding County — garage conversion vs detached vs prefab, with hidden costs explained.
Permits in Wendell
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 Wendell 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 Wendell
We serve all of Gooding County and surrounding communities. If you are near Wendell, we can help — contact us to confirm availability for your specific location.
Ready to Build an ADU in Wendell?
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.