Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) are small, self-contained housing units that share the same lot as a primary dwelling, usually a single-family detached house. In places with major housing shortages ADUs can be an efficient and cost-effective way to increase supply. Over the last few years, the California Legislature has passed laws to reduce barriers to permitting ADUs, and some California cities have liberalized their regulations even further. However, loosening ADU regulations—particularly those related to parking—can spark neighborhood opposition to ADUs. Recent surveys indicate that both homeowners and local government staff remain concerned that ADUs will overwhelm neighborhood parking supplies.
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