{"id":1199,"date":"2019-07-11T18:06:00","date_gmt":"2019-07-12T01:06:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mbapierce.tacomawebsite.net\/?p=1199"},"modified":"2021-12-18T04:12:02","modified_gmt":"2021-12-18T12:12:02","slug":"housing-trend-interest-in-accessory-dwelling-units-growing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/masterbuilderspierce.com\/housing-trend-interest-in-accessory-dwelling-units-growing\/","title":{"rendered":"Housing Trend: Interest in Accessory Dwelling Units Growing"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While single-family homes remain the most desired type of dwelling among home buyers, alternative living spaces are making headway. Accessory dwelling units (ADUs), also known as \u201cgranny flats,\u201d \u201cmother-in-law suites\u201d or \u201csecondary dwelling units,\u201d are ideal for individuals seeking out a non-traditional living space. ADUs are self-contained living units with their own kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. You can find ADUs on the same grounds or attached to a single-family home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-src=\"https:\/\/masterbuilderspierce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/ADU_York_Enterprises.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/masterbuilderspierce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/ADU_York_Enterprises.jpg 350w, https:\/\/masterbuilderspierce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/ADU_York_Enterprises-150x300.jpg 150w\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"350\" height=\"700\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1200 lazyload\" title=\"\"  sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"350\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/masterbuilderspierce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/ADU_York_Enterprises.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1200\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/masterbuilderspierce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/ADU_York_Enterprises.jpg 350w, https:\/\/masterbuilderspierce.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/ADU_York_Enterprises-150x300.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\"><\/noscript><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Why are ADUs gaining in popularity? Here are a few reasons to explain their growing interest:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Autonomous<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ADUs are attractive for individuals who are seeking independence but can benefit from support. Aging parents, young adults who are in a housing transition, or a person living with disabilities are most likely to seek out ADUs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Affordable<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In some cases, this type of dwelling positivity impacts both the home owner and the occupant. Individuals living in an ADU pay less in market rent compared to other housing options in the area and home owners can benefit from the extra monthly income.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Accommodating<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dramatic changes to a neighborhood are not required with ADUs. This type of living space often fits in seamlessly with the local aesthetics. ADUs don\u2019t require new infrastructure, public investments and don\u2019t add to the density of neighborhoods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Environmental<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Units added on to an existing property as a backyard cottage or apartment over the garage are smaller. Therefore, ADUs require less energy, material and waste during construction, and regular maintenance of the space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As with many housing trends, the concept of ADUs is continuously evolving. Many states and localities across the country are pushing for wider acceptance of ADUs. For some areas, ADUs are part of the solution to address high housing costs, limited land available for development and increased interest in multigenerational living. Before you add an ADU to your property, it\u2019s best to contact a professional builder or remodeler who is familiar with local permitting and regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To <a href=\"https:\/\/masterbuilderspierce.com\/members\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">find a professional<\/a> who can help you create your perfect ADU, contact Master Builders Association of Pierce County at <a href=\"mailto:info@masterbuilderspierce.com \">info@masterbuilderspierce.com <\/a> or call 253-272-2112.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Photo: Remodeling Excellence Award winning ADU by York Enterprises<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p> While single-family homes remain the most desired type of dwelling among home buyers, alternative living spaces are making headway. Accessory dwelling units (ADUs), also known as \u201cgranny flats,\u201d \u201cmother-in-law suites\u201d or \u201csecondary dwelling units,\u201d are ideal for individuals seeking out a non-traditional living space.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1676],"tags":[124,125,127,126],"class_list":["post-1199","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-homeowner","tag-adu-housing","tag-adu-tacoma","tag-affordable-housing","tag-tacoma-adus"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/masterbuilderspierce.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1199","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/masterbuilderspierce.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/masterbuilderspierce.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/masterbuilderspierce.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/masterbuilderspierce.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1199"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/masterbuilderspierce.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1199\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1201,"href":"https:\/\/masterbuilderspierce.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1199\/revisions\/1201"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/masterbuilderspierce.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1199"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/masterbuilderspierce.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1199"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/masterbuilderspierce.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1199"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}