Our Mission
Bellingham ADU Builders exists to make ADU construction simple, transparent, and accessible for Whatcom County homeowners. We believe every homeowner should be able to understand what's possible on their property — without wading through municipal code, scheduling pre-application meetings, or guessing at costs.
Washington's HB 1337 and Bellingham's December 2025 ordinance update created the most favorable ADU environment in the state's history. We built our process to help homeowners take full advantage of these changes — from a free 30-minute consultation through dedicated permitting to turn-key construction.
Meet Your Team
Loren
Builder
Loren runs Radiant Sound and carries your project from first call through final inspection — feasibility, scheduling, and the build itself. He is your single point of contact the whole way.
- Runs ADU builds end to end, start to finish
- 50+ ADU permits processed in Whatcom County
- Expert in BMC 20.10.036 and WCC 20.80.910
Carlos
Builder
Carlos runs Monarca Construction, a licensed Washington State general contractor. He is a primary builder on our ADU projects, carrying jobs from framing through finish.
- Licensed WA State General Contractor
- Specializes in residential ADU construction
- Bellingham-based, Whatcom County focused
Jorge Garcia
Project Designer
Jorge graduated from Universidad Mexiquense del Bicentenario in Mexico with a degree in architecture, where he developed a strong foundation in design across numerous award-winning projects. He has experience across modern and traditional work — both remodels and new residences — and leads design and permitting on our custom builds. His passion for innovative design and his love of working with people make him a valuable member of the team. Outside work, Jorge plays on a club soccer team and spends time with his wife, daughter and son.
- Degree in architecture, Universidad Mexiquense del Bicentenario
- Leads design and permitting on custom builds
- Modern and traditional work — remodels and new residences
Jordan
Systems & Project Coordination
Jordan at Stambaugh Designs coordinates the digital infrastructure that powers our process — from the GIS feasibility pipeline to project tracking and client communication.
- Built the automated GIS feasibility system
- Manages project communication workflows
- Ensures nothing falls through the cracks
Want to work with our team?
Start with a free 30-minute consultation — a real conversation about what's possible on your property.
Sustainable Construction, Built In
Every ADU we build in Bellingham incorporates energy-efficient design — high-performance building envelopes, heat pump systems, and responsible materials sourced from Pacific Northwest suppliers. We don't treat sustainability as an upgrade. It's our standard.
Washington's 2021 energy code (WSEC, effective 2024-03-15) already requires heat-pump space and water heating in new homes, so an all-electric ADU is the code baseline, not a premium upgrade. We build above that baseline — and help eligible homeowners apply for the Washington HEAR rebate (up to $1,750 as of 2026-10-05).
Why Local Matters
We Know the Code
Bellingham's ADU ordinance (BMC 20.10.036) and Whatcom County's regulations (WCC 20.80.910) have nuances that out-of-area builders miss. We work with these codes daily.
We Know the People
Loren has working relationships with planning department staff in Bellingham, Whatcom County, and Ferndale. This means faster responses and fewer surprises during review.
We Know the Land
From Birchwood's deep lots to Silver Beach's watershed restrictions, from Sunnyland's tight setbacks to Cordata's transit corridors — we understand the neighborhood-level details that determine feasibility.
We Know the Market
ADU rental rates, property value impacts, and ROI calculations specific to Bellingham and Whatcom County. We give you real local data, not national averages.
