I understand a duplex may have an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU).The objective is to get a permit to change the windows, put up siding, and add a fence.  

I have 2 rental properties on Long Island, NY and they're both located in the same town.Property #1-Legal 2-family duplex (2 units)-Does not need to be owner-occupied since it’s a legal 2-family-Has active rental permit with the townProperty #2-Single family house w/accessory apartment (2 units + illegal basement apartment)-I live in the upstairs unit-Needs to be owner-occupied in order to get rental permit for the 2nd unit since it’s not a legal 2-family-No scenario where the basement apartment will ever be legalMy family has been renting this house without a rental permit for several decades without any issue.

Caught in the crossfire between the YIMBYs and the NIMBYs is the contentious topic of ADU or Accessory Dwelling Units.

(A) For an accessory dwelling unit described in subparagraph (A) of paragraph (1) of subdivision (e), a local agency, special district, or water corporation shall not require the applicant to install a new or separate utility connection directly between the accessory dwelling unit and the utility or impose a related connection fee or capacity charge, unless the accessory dwelling unit was constructed with a new single-family dwelling. home."

I see on LA County guidelines and CA HCD guidelines that, when converting a detached accessory structure into an ADU, the structure can be expanded by up to 150 sq ft in order to accommodate ingress/egress.Does anyone have experience with using the 150 sq feet rule?

I converted our garage into an Accessory Dwelling Unit.

If we are planning to occupy the upstairs, what codes apply downstairs to an accessory dwelling?

I wanted to share my thoughts on why I firmly believe that investing in single-family homes with an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) offers a better investment opportunity in the thriving St.

Keep the color scheme neutral, like soft grays or whites, and add color with accessories.

The design is what's killing you and adding some rugs, wallpaper, art, and accessories would do a world of good.