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Accessory Dwelling Units become popular housing option

A new evidence brief from Habitat for Humanity and AARP highlights the growing role of accessory dwelling units as a solution to California's housing affordability crisis. The research shows that ADUs

tricityvoice.com · Jan 28

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Have you built — or tried to build — an ADU in California? Tell us about it

The San Francisco Chronicle is actively seeking firsthand accounts from California residents who have navigated the accessory dwelling unit construction process, signaling continued public interest in

sfchronicle.com · Jan 27

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Chicago’s hidden housing solution: How additional dwelling unit expansion can make city more affordable

Chicago’s hidden housing solution: How additional dwelling unit expansion can make city more affordable  Illinois Policy

illinoispolicy.org · Jan 23

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Much ADU about housing: Newton’s accessory unit zoning changes take shape - newtonbeacon.org

Newton is updating its local zoning regulations to comply with new state housing legislation that mandates communities allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs) within their jurisdictions. The city's plan

newtonbeacon.org · Jan 18

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Novato amends accessory dwelling unit regulations

Novato city officials have simplified the approval process for accessory dwelling units, eliminating a dual-permit requirement that previously added costs and delays for property owners. The City Coun

marinij.com · Jan 16

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How-To ADU: The Handbook

California YIMBY has released a comprehensive ADU handbook designed to guide homeowners and developers through the process of adding accessory dwelling units to their properties. The resource comes at

cayimby.org · Jan 16

SB 9 & Lot Splits

Reinecke v. California Coastal Commission

A California couple is challenging the California Coastal Commission and the City of Laguna Beach in state court after regulatory agencies reversed course on an approved accessory dwelling unit projec

pacificlegal.org · Jan 14

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Tiny homes, big improvements: 3 people share why they love living in ADUs

California homeowners are increasingly turning to accessory dwelling units as an affordable housing solution, as highlighted by three residents who shared their experiences living in these compact str

businessinsider.com · Jan 09

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How California’s new ADU law transforms multifamily real estate

fastcompany.com · Dec 06