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        "text": "The cost to build an in-law apartment varies widely depending on whether you are converting an existing room or building ground-up square footage. Major cost factors include the overall square footage, foundation requirements, roof ties, interior drywall, and whether the project is an attached addition or a standalone building. Adding a full bathroom with plumbing rough-ins, tile work, and walk-in fixtures represents a major portion of the budget. Kitchenette or full kitchen installations, cabinetry, countertop materials, dedicated electrical subpanels, and separate heating and cooling systems also directly drive your final estimate.",
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