A practical guide covering how to choose the right type of ADU for your property — from initial planning and ADU floor plan selection through construction. Thinking about building an ADU? You’re in good company. Across the country, homeowners are turning unused corners of their property — a garage, a basement, a patch of backyard […]

Last updated: July 2026. Regulations continue to evolve — always confirm current requirements with your city or town’s Building Department before starting your project. If you’re a Massachusetts homeowner considering an accessory dwelling unit (ADU), you’ve probably run into a mix of outdated information, town-specific rules, and a brand-new statewide ADU law that changed almost […]