7. Workforce Housing - Accessory Dwelling Units

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Welcome! Come On In Accessory dwelling units are a needed housing option for people of all ages We know from surveys by AARP and others that a In fact, in the 2021 AARP Home and Community majority of Americans prefer to live in walkable Preferences Survey,adults age 18 or older who would neighborhoods that offer a mix of housing and consider creating an ADU said they'd do so in order to: transportation options and are close to jobs,schools, • provide a home for a loved one in need of care (86%) shopping,entertainment and parks. • provide housing for relatives or friends (86%) These preferences—coupled with the rapid aging • have a space for guests (82%) of the United States'population overall,the decrease in households with children and the national housing • create a place for a caregiver to stay (74%) shortage—will continue to boost the demand for • increase the value of their home (69%) smaller homes and affordable,quality rental housing. • feel safer by having someone living nearby (67%) As small houses or apartments that exist on the • earn extra income from renting to a tenant (63%) same property lot as a single-family residence, accessory dwelling units—or ADUs—play a Since ADUs make use of the existing infrastructure and major role in serving a national housing need. housing stock,they're also environmentally friendly and respectful of a neighborhood's pace and style.An This traditional home type is reemerging as an increasing number of towns,cities,counties and entire affordable and flexible housing option that meets the states have been adapting their zoning or housing laws to needs of older adults and young families alike. make it easier for homeowners to create ADUs. ■ • • ■ 111 ■ ■ I . � � I . DETACHED ATTACHED INTERIOR(UPPER LEVEL) ■ ■ ■ U I . II III IUIU INTERIOR(LOWER LEVEL) ABOVE GARAGE GARAGE CONVERSION ♦ Accessory dwelling units(or ADUs)come in many shapes and styles. The ABCs of ADUs is a primer for elected officials, policymakers, local leaders, homeowners, consumers and others to learn what accessory dwelling units are and how and why they are built. The guide also suggests best practices for how towns, cities,counties and states can support the creation of ADUs as a way to expand and diversify housing options. The ABCs of ADUs I AARP 1