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        "text": "Converting an existing garage typically leverages the current foundation and exterior walls, often resulting in lower costs and a faster construction timeline compared to building a detached new ADU from the ground up. However, garage conversions might have limitations regarding size, layout, and utility access. A new ADU offers greater design flexibility and can be tailored precisely to your needs, but generally involves higher expenses and a more extensive construction period due to the need for a new foundation, framing, and full utility connections.",
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        "description": "Garage conversions are generally cheaper and faster, using existing structures, but offer less design flexibility than building a new ADU, which provides full customization at a higher cost."
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