Known as accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, these are smaller, secondary homes built on the same lot as the main home. While Algona already had ordinances covering these structures, the new ordinance ...

As Pacific Palisades and Altadena residents work to rebuild homes, some politicians are supporting “granny flats.” ...

A new proposed law could make it easier to take on a loan to build a mobile home. Two congressmen have joined forces to ...

Cities are making pre-approved ADU plans available, with the hopes that it will save homeowners thousands of dollars in ...

Quality First Builders, a well-known home remodeling firm based in Sherman Oaks, California, has become a major player in ...

The City of Little Rock is looking for the public's input as it prepares to comply with a new state law dealing with what are ...

Prefab backyard suites offer Canadian homeowners a practical alternative to basement rentals, with faster construction, more ...

Under AB 1332, which went into effect this year, homeowners choosing a pre-approved plan must have their permits approved in ...

The bill's sponsors say it can help address widespread problems with housing affordability by allowing homeowners to build ...

Once residents rebuild their primary home, they can rent out their ADUs, generating cash to offset the cost of their mortgage ...

Paying to build accessory dwelling units on private property could become easier, thanks to a proposed new federal law.