How to Develop an Accessory Dwelling Unit:
A guide to increasing housing options in Northeast Oregon
What is an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)?
An accessory dwelling unit, or ADU, is a small, independent residential structure built on the same lot as a single-family home. To qualify as an ADU, the additional living area must include a kitchen, bathroom and separate entrance. Common examples include a dwelling over a detached or attached garage, a suite above the main floor of the home, a basement apartment, or a detached structure such as a guesthouse or backyard cottage.
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Where to start?
You are at the right place to find out!
Other questions this site will address are:
• What is involved in developing an ADU?
• Who should you talk to?
• What do you need to know or consider before getting started?
• Where can you go for more information?
Imagine you had a second small residence on your property. What could you use it for?
Perhaps you have an aging parent and want the proverbial granny flat or mother-in-law suite. Or maybe you dream about generating passive income through a rental unit. Do you want to provide an affordable housing option for workers in your community? Or perhaps you know someone who has been displaced by a flood or wildfire, and you want to ensure members of your community have a place to go in an emergency. People choose to develop ADUs for many reasons, but the feasibility and development steps are generally the same. Keep reading to learn more about the typical steps you should consider taking when exploring ADU development.
Plans
Add housing, increase property value, and make the most of your land. These preapproved ADU plans give you a smart starting point.
Where to start
From zoning through construction and property management - the steps are laid out here.
News & Events
Stay up to date with NEOADU. Check back here often for the latest news, resources, and upcoming events designed to help property owners, communities, and residents explore the benefits of accessory dwelling units in Northeast Oregon.