Accessory Dwelling Unit
An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is an additional legal housing unit that can be constructed within or as an addition to an existing home or, in some cases, a new detached structure. States, cities and towns have different rules about who can build an ADU. In Massachusetts and Rhode Island, new ADU laws have made it possible for thousands of property owners to build a legal ADU.
- ADUs help communities take advantage of unused space in existing structures, sustainably adding quality and safe housing units to the market.
- The rapid development of housing units is a proven tool used in efforts to stabilize and lower the cost of rental homes.
- Homeowners can develop an additional income stream by building and renting out an ADU, if local ADU laws permit non-owner occupants.
- ADUs empower families to choose the best housing situation for their needs. Seniors can choose to age safely in-place, near loved ones and caretakers, or earn additional money to supplement a fixed retirement budget.
Types of ADUs
Basement ADU
Attic ADU
Addition ADU
Detached Garage ADU
Attached Garage ADU
Backyard ADU
State ADU Laws
An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is an additional legal housing unit that can be constructed within or as an addition to an existing home or, in some cases, a new detached structure. States, cities and towns have different rules about who can build an ADU. In Massachusetts and Rhode Island, new ADU laws have made it possible for thousands of property owners to build a legal ADU.
- ADUs help communities take advantage of unused space in existing structures, sustainably adding quality and safe housing units to the market.
- The rapid development of housing units is a proven tool used in efforts to stabilize and lower the cost of rental homes.
- Homeowners can develop an additional income stream by building and renting out an ADU, if local ADU laws permit non-owner occupants.
- ADUs empower families to choose the best housing situation for their needs. Seniors can choose to age safely in-place, near loved ones and caretakers, or earn additional money to supplement a fixed retirement budget.
- ADUs help communities take advantage of unused space in existing structures, sustainably adding quality and safe housing units to the market.
- The rapid development of housing units is a proven tool used in efforts to stabilize and lower the cost of rental homes.
- Homeowners can develop an additional income stream by building and renting out an ADU, if local ADU laws permit non-owner occupants.
- ADUs empower families to choose the best housing situation for their needs. Seniors can choose to age safely in-place, near loved ones and caretakers, or earn additional money to supplement a fixed retirement budget.