PROLOGUE: A BETTER WAY TO BUILD
In a world where housing costs are rising faster than incomes, the American Dream is quietly slipping out of reach for many. Families downsize, generations move in together, and promising homeowners are trapped in a cycle of rent and red tape. But what if the solution wasn’t a grand political program or a distant innovation—what if it already existed in your own backyard? Welcome to the age of the PRADU—a Permit-Ready Accessory Dwelling Unit. More than just a clever acronym, PRADUs represents a quiet revolution in how we think about homebuilding. They cut through the bureaucracy, eliminate the guesswork, and restore hope to those who want to build, not just dream. And there’s more. Behind the PRADU movement is a structural evolution: cold-formed steel, aka light-gauge steel; Stronger, Faster, Smarter. It’s what separates a project that might happen from one that will. That’s why FrameUpNow is leading the charge—offering not just kits, but complete building systems engineered for speed, affordability, and long-term value. This book is your blueprint—whether you’re a seasoned builder seeking higher velocity and perfect outcomes, a homeowner with a vision, or a capable DIYer standing at the edge of something big. We’ll show you how PRADUs break down the barriers that have long kept homebuilding a distant goal, and how steel frames make that dream not just possible—but practical and very affordable. PRADU 4 U is more than a title. It’s a promise. And it starts right now. Although our PRADU/ADU library grows at more than 100 per month, this book will feature the perfect example of a single ADU design: The Carlsbad-Yoke- Contemporary. It is available in four floor plan sizes, from a Studio of 400 sq ft to a 3 Bed 2 Bath model of 999 sq ft. You will see the Yoke woven into each of the 17 Chapters that follow.
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