@Christine Bellish syndication provides a lot of benefits with eliminating obstacles such as geography, time and energy.

It can be annoying, but sometimes you just have to keep calling and/or making virtual appointments until you get through.Regarding your question, an R2 lot can have two detached or attached units.

Prices in Tompkins county are high- maybe that’s an obstacle?

Life is crazy and the world will always throw obstacles your way.

Hey Sebastian, Have you looked into SFRs with detached garages or getting into multi family?

Please keep us informed on obstacles you encounter.

@Vladimir KirichenkoThe purposes of the RA-1, RA-2, RA-3, RA-4, and RA-5 zones are to:(a) Permit flexibility of design by permitting all types of urban residential development if they conform to the height, density, and area requirements established for these districts; and(b) Permit the construction of those institutional and semi-public buildings that would be compatible with adjoining residential uses and that are excluded from the more restrictive residential zones.300.2 The RA-1 zone provides for areas predominantly developed with low- to moderate-density development, including detached dwellings, rowhouses, and low-rise apartments.300.3 The RA-2 zone provides for areas developed with predominantly moderate- density residential.300.4 The RA-3 zone provides for areas developed with predominantly medium-density residential.300.5 The RA-4 zone provides for areas developed with predominantly medium- to high-density residential.300.6 The RA-5 zone provides for areas developed with predominantly high-density residential.SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 63 DCR 2447 (March 4, 2016 – Part 2).

We are considering building up on the existing detached garage for the ADU.

Option A: New (0-3 year old) 3 story townhouse (garage on the first floor with no personal driveways) Option B: Average semi updated ranch built in the 60-70s with carport/detached garage. 

The most significant obstacles to new supply continue to be the limited availability of developable land, rising prices, and increasing construction costs.