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 ...

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.

Stoss, president of The Institute, this week said the low cost of living has long been one of Northeastern Pennsylvania's greatest competitive advantages, particularly when it comes to worker and ...

The Santa Clara County Planning Collaborative recently launched online galleries sharing pre-approved design plans for ...

Milwaukee has passed legislation to allow Accessory Dwelling Units to increase housing affordability and diversity.