Homeowners uncertain about ADU zoning compliance and legal consequences of non-conforming construction

Homeowners building Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) face confusing, jurisdiction-specific zoning regulations and fear legal penalties for unintentional code violations. They lack clear guidance on what constitutes an illegal overage, making it difficult to plan projects confidently. Current solutions (generic zoning websites, overwhelmed local planning departments) don't provide personalized, actionable compliance answers before construction begins.