Standard finishes run $50–65 per square foot in 2026; upgraded finishes with a second bedroom and wet bar run $65–85; legal basement apartments run $95–120. A typical 900 sq ft finish lands between $45,000 and $58,500. See the full cost guide for line items.
South Jordan requires a building permit for basement finishes, with standard inspections through the city building department. Note that some Daybreak lots carry community-specific design rules on exterior changes like egress window wells — we flag both the city and the HOA requirements in your design so nothing stalls later. Apartment rules are confirmed per address.
In most single-family homes, yes — Utah law requires most cities to allow one internal accessory apartment, subject to city requirements like owner-occupancy, parking, and registration. South Jordan's incomes and rents support the strongest apartment returns in the southwest valley — and Daybreak's rental demand is deep. Details on basement apartments.
About six weeks from demo to final inspection for a standard finish; 8–10 weeks for a full apartment. You get the week-by-week schedule in writing before we start.