Finance Virginia’s New Backyard Cottage Law Has Local Exceptions, Hampton Roads Appraiser Explains
AI-generated concept illustration of a primary home and backyard cottage; not an actual property or approved project. VIRGINIA BEACH, Va.,…
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ADU News California starter home laws reshape small home building
Both signal that the bills have produced mostly positive results. Still, even experienced developers say the pace of change is…
A new platform for New Yorkers is making ADU development a breeze
If cities want to produce more housing, they need to make it simple for people to build. New York City’s…
ADU News California just passed a ton of housing laws. Here’s how they will affect San Diego
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed numerous housing laws recently that may speed up residential construction in some parts of San Diego…
ADU News Calistoga to Waive ADU Utility Fees to Boost Housing
Calistoga will start picking up the tab on water and sewer connection fees for new backyard cottages, after the City…
Bend Chamber Expands Pre-Approved ADU Design Library – Bend, Oregon – The Source
The Bend Chamber has expanded its Pre-Approved Accessory Dwelling Unit Design Library (PADL) with six new plan sets, bringing the City of…
ADU News Evanston ADU requests on track to top last year’s count
The number of permits requests for accessory dwelling units in Evanston this year is on pace to surpass those from…
ADU News Governor Newsom Signs Bill to Lower ADU Costs
SB 1117 Eliminates Arbitrary “Fee Cliff” on “Granny Flats;” Homeowners to Save Thousands “This is an important step toward lowering…
Government Permit-Ready ADU Program to Make Adding a Second Home Easier
Grand Terrace homeowners interested in creating additional living space on their property may soon have a simpler path from idea…