The Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) together with Regional Plan Association and The Housing Collective partnered to investigate creative solutions to advance the production of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in Connecticut and the potential for their utilization for affordable housing.
ADUs, sometimes referred to as “in-law apartments” are typically smaller, independent living units either physically attached to a primary home or unattached but on the primary home’s property. Generally they are rental units, though some states have started to encourage them as ownership models. Asthe national housing shortage continues, many states and municipalities are turning to ADUs as a way to promote “gentle density” in single-family zones to increase the supply of smaller, more affordable homes. Because of their smaller size, they are typically more affordable to construct than a single-family home and have a smaller impact on public infrastructure or the surrounding neighborhood. Given the predominance of single-family zoning in Connecticut, ADUs are a key strategy among others for increasing housing options overall.
Produced With
- Pro-Homes CT
- Local Initiatives Support Corporation
- The Housing Collective
Related Reports
551