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Del Ray accessory dwelling unit proposal raises concerns about short-term rentals – ALXnow

Proposed Del Ray accessory dwelling unit (image via Eustilus Architecture/City of Alexandria) A two-story, single-unit accessory dwelling unit (ADU) on a Del Ray alley is heading to the City Council with a mixed reception from the community and the Planning Commission. The project is located on a vacant lot at 404 East Alexandria Avenue, surrounded […]

Anchored Tiny Homes offers new housing option – Monadnock Ledger Transcript

Monadnock Ledger-Transcript – Anchored Tiny Homes offers new housing option For homeowners looking to build an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) on their property, New Hampshire Housing offers many resources and guides to help. Visit nhhfa.org for more. —PHOTO COURTESY ANCHORED TINY HOMES California-based Anchored Tiny Homes is branching out into New England with two new […]

Amendments bring Carpinteria’s ADU ordinance up to date with recent changes in state law – Coastal View News

During its Monday, March 4 meeting, the Carpinteria Planning Commission discussed and approved amendments to the city’s Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit (JADU) ordinance, bringing Carpinteria’s municipal code up to date with recent changes in state law.  These amendments – which include height and solar energy requirements – will now go to […]

Harford County’s Aaron Penman Withdraws ADU Bill Amid Public, Council Opposition – BNN Breaking

In a surprising turn of events, Harford County Council member Aaron Penman of District B retracted his proposed legislation on accessory dwelling units (ADUs) amid substantial pushback from both the council and constituents. Penman’s initiative aimed to allow property owners to construct and rent out small, self-contained residences, but faced significant hurdles leading to its […]

Amherst County Delays ADU Ordinance, Aims for Inclusive Housing Solutions in Madison Heights – BNN Breaking

At the recent Amherst County Planning Commission meeting, a significant decision was made to postpone the advertisement of an ordinance concerning accessory dwelling units (ADUs), marking a pivotal moment in the county’s approach to housing development. This ordinance, crucial for the Madison Heights Town Center’s development, aims to integrate ADUs into its residential and commercial […]

Amherst planners table action on accessory dwelling rules – Lynchburg News and Advance

The Amherst County Planning Commission at its February meeting agreed to postpone advertising an ordinance on accessory dwelling units (ADU) to allow more time for review. The draft ordinance defines ADUs as a smaller secondary independent dwelling unit established in conjunction with and clearly an accessory to a principal single-family detached home, whether part of […]