# Event Details - **Event Name**: Backyard Cottages 101: Rules, Costs, and Timelines - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 14 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Wed, 14 Oct, 2026 at 07:30 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: A free 90-min session for Issaquah-area homeowners on what backyard cottages actually cost, what the rules allow, and how long they take.About this EventBackyard cottages — also called detached ADUs or DADUs — have become a common question for Eastside homeowners. The rules have changed in recent years, and most of what people know comes secondhand: a neighbor's project, a headline, a number someone heard once.This 90-minute session covers the three things worth knowing before you start:What the rules allow today — and what's specific to where you liveWhat building one actually costs — a real range from projects we've built, and the factors that move itHow long the process takes — from first conversation to finished structureWe'll also walk through a quick way to check whether your own lot is likely to qualify.You don't need to be ready to build. Most people in the room are still deciding whether a backyard cottage makes sense for them at all, and this session is built for that stage. Nothing is sold in the room.The last half hour is set aside for questions, which is often the most useful part of the evening. Bring yours.This is one of a series of free homeowner education sessions we're holding across Eastside communities this fall.Wednesday, October 14Doors 5:45 · Program 6:00–7:30 PMFree to attend · Free parkingHosted by Dream DADU, a design-build firm on the Eastside, and presented by our founder, Toph Villa. Held at Gibson Hall in Issaquah.Reserved parking is available behind the building — the posted signs read "Load and Unload Only," but those spots are held for our guests for the evening. Free street parking is also available nearby.Please let us know if you need any accommodations to attend.client@dreamdadu.com - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/issaquah/backyard-cottages-101-rules-costs-and-timelines/100001999430012992 - **Event Categories**: fitness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Issaquah - **state**: WA - **country**: United States - **location**: Gibson Hall - **lat**: 47.5289947 - **long**: -122.0401996 - **full address**: Gibson Hall, 105 Newport Way Southwest, Issaquah, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Backyard Cottages 101: Rules, Costs, and Timelines - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/9eb8cba787f60b63426dd7384e126f0377ce256867843d439bf8afcdb72608b4-rimg-w1200-h600-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1790166665 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Backyard Cottages 101: Rules, Costs, and Timelines being held? - **A:** Backyard Cottages 101: Rules, Costs, and Timelines takes place on Wed, 14 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Wed, 14 Oct, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Gibson Hall, 105 Newport Way Southwest, Issaquah, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Backyard Cottages 101: Rules, Costs, and Timelines? - **A:** Backyard Cottages 101: Rules, Costs, and Timelines is organized by Toph Villa. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Backyard Cottages 101: Rules, Costs, and Timelines is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Issaquah, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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With a team of award-winning architects and master craftsmen, we create timeless, high-quality living spaces tailored for aging-in-place, rental income, garage additions, and multi-generational living. Focused exclusively on DADUs, our client-first approach transforms underused yards into smart investments—helping homeowners unlock value and solving the shortage of housing, one backyard at a time.Book a Discovery Call" } ] } ] ```