Gaithersburg new ADU laws

[Jack Seiden]

The new draft zoning ordinance of Gaithersburg, which, for full disclosure, my mom has worked for the planning department my entire life, is out with an interesting wrinkle: they will not only allow ADUs but also have no owner-occupant requirement. In contrast, the county currently allows you to build an ADU, but the moment you move out, you lose the use of the ADU. ADU's are always more complicated than people think but still excited to see another option for much needed multi-family housing in our area.

https://www.retoolgaithersburg.com/project-updates

[Ben White]

@Jack Seiden Shout outs to your Mom!  Been in Montgomery County my entire life and while it's not only to our specific to out region, *** @Ryan Thomson just stated, we NEED MORE HOUSING. In my humble opinion, ADU regulation's must be loosened across the board, and fast! As you may know, Rockville has been making moves as well.  "Nimby's" need to get out of the way and understand housing density is beneficial to everyone!  People need to live where they work!  We must provide more housing for the public good.  Appreciate the information!