More about ADU’s and Guest Houses

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What makes ADU’s & Guest House’s So Popular?

‍Housing needs are changing, and ADU’s and Guest Houses offer flexibility without the cost

of buying another property.

More cities across the U.S. are updating zoning rules to make it easier to add these

secondary units.

‍Many homeowners love ADU’s & Guest Houses because they can:

• Help family members live independently

  Increase the home’s long-term value

  Make better use of unused space

While building ADU’s and Guest Houses do require an upfront investment, ongoing maintenance,

and higher utility bills; for many people, the benefits outweigh the costs.

Some Examples You Might Recognize

• A basement apartment with its own entrance

  A garage studio or apartment above a detached garage

  A small guest house in the backyard

  A fully outfitted in-law suite added onto the main home

If it has a kitchen, bathroom, living area, and private entrance, it would probably count as an ADU.

If you are in Clackamas County you can click on this link to see the qualifications and restrictions for ADU’s and Guest houses:

‍https://www.clackamas.us/planning/secondary-dwellings#adu

‍Here is a link to Clackamas County Guest House qualifications and restrictions.

‍https://www.clackamas.us/planning/zdo833

‍Watch for future blogs to learn more about ADU’s and Guest Houses or contact us at contactus@klmconstructionco.com

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Pole Barn with Guest House view from back

Living room and Dining room