Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are secondary housing units located on the same property as a primary residence.

These units can be 

- detached (e.g., a backyard cottage); 

- attached (e.g., a basement apartment)

- or within the primary dwelling (e.g., a converted garage). 

Affordable Housing Potential – ADUs can provide a viable solution to affordable housing shortages by offering additional rental units without requiring large-scale development. They can serve as housing for low-income residents, seniors, or even as affordable workforce housing.

Whilte ADUs can help homeowners increase their income by providing rental opportunities, and they can also foster multigenerational living, planners should be aware of potential impacts on property values, neighborhood character, and infrastructure and services.