Accessory Dwelling Unit, or ADU for short, can be a great addition to your single-family property. There are two variations: attached (ADU or AADU) and detached (DADU) and both offer many benefits to the owner. To inspire your own DADU, check out this fab 750 SF Guest House / Casita / Cabin being featured in the new SZ Build Series.

ADUs are a good response to urban sprawl. They relieve pressures on housing density, allowing affordable rentals in high priced markets for people that otherwise wouldn’t be able to afford them.

ADUs allow for multi-generational living. More families look to have their aging parents live close, especially after this global pandemic. Young adults striving for independence can live affordably, but separately, from their parents, before they leave the nest. In many cultures, families choose to live close, or even under the same roof.

ADUs can also provide you with some extra income; pay down your mortgage or cover other expenses by leveraging travel platforms such as AirBnB, VRBO, or Trip Advisor. If you are considering an ADU, make sure you understand what your local jurisdiction allows.