Construction Corps expands ADU program as Florida law opens more backyard units

Construction Corps, Inc. is expanding its in-house accessory dwelling unit program in Tampa Bay after Florida Senate Bill 184 took effect and pushed local governments to allow ADUs in single-family neighborhoods. The Clearwater firm says its multi-license setup helps homeowners move projects from design to occupancy with one contractor overseeing the work.

Why it matters: - Florida Senate Bill 184 turned ADUs into a more practical housing option for many Tampa Bay homeowners by requiring local governments to adopt ordinances allowing them in single-family residential zones, subject to local standards. - The shift is increasing demand for backyard cottages, attached suites, garage conversions, and after-the-fact permitting for existing unpermitted units. - Construction Corps says its in-house licenses can reduce handoffs across design, engineering, electrical, plumbing, and remediation work.

What happened: - Construction Corps, Inc. announced an expansion of its accessory dwelling unit program in response to demand tied to SB 184. - The Clearwater-based veteran-owned design-build general contractor says seven ADU and garage-conversion projects are now in design, permitting, or construction across Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Dunedin, Largo, Tampa, and Riverview. - Owner and general contractor Matt Thompson said the firm manages projects under one accountable contractor from the first sketch to the certificate of occupancy.

The details: - Construction Corps holds six Florida licenses in-house, including general contracting (CGC1530192), engineering (FBPE39242), electrical (EC13013956), plumbing (CFC1432954), and mold remediation and assessment. - The company says field work is done by its W-2 crews and vetted, licensed trade partners under Construction Corps oversight. - ADU projects require digitally sealed plans and complete mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work, which makes the license stack a direct advantage in cost, schedule, and accountability. - The company also handles after-the-fact permitting for garage conversions and backyard units that were built without permits. - Thompson said the legal path under the new law can make those units legal, insurable, and sellable. - Construction Corps says it handles engineering letters, inspections, and permits from start to finish. - The firm is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, a member of NARI Tampa Bay, holds an A+ BBB rating, and has a 4.9-star Google rating across about 120 reviews. - Homeowners can request a complimentary eligibility review at more information or call (727) 999-1855.

Between the lines: - SB 184 appears to be shifting ADUs from a zoning edge case to a mainstream housing and property-upgrade option. - Construction Corps is positioning its license-heavy, in-house model as a speed and compliance advantage in a market where permitting and inspections can slow projects. - The firm’s focus on after-the-fact legalization suggests demand is not limited to new builds; existing unpermitted units are part of the opportunity.

What's next: - More Tampa Bay homeowners are likely to explore ADUs, garage conversions, and code-compliance retrofits as local ordinances catch up with state law. - Construction Corps says it will continue offering eligibility reviews and end-to-end ADU services across the region. - The company’s broader footprint includes residential, commercial, and federal work across Tampa Bay.