What Is the MassHousing ADU Loan Program?
If you’re a Massachusetts homeowner thinking about building an accessory dwelling unit, there’s a new state-backed financing option worth knowing about and it’s unlike anything currently available in the rest of New England.
As interest in accessory dwelling units (ADUs) continues to grow across Massachusetts, many homeowners begin their research with a straightforward question: Are modular ADUs legal in Massachusetts?
It’s a fair question, and one that doesn’t have a simple yes-or-no answer.
As interest in accessory dwelling units (ADUs) continues to grow across Massachusetts, many homeowners begin their research with a straightforward question: Are modular ADUs legal in Massachusetts? It’s a fair question, and one that doesn’t have a simple yes-or-no...
As housing costs continue to rise across Greater Boston, homeowners are becoming increasingly creative about how to use the space they already have. Backyard living solutions, once considered a niche idea, are now part of a serious, practical conversation. Many...
A Thoughtful, Objective Guide for Boston-Area Homeowners If you’re a homeowner in the Greater Boston area looking to add living space, you’re likely facing a common, and important, decision:Should you build a backyard ADU, or should you add onto your existing home? At...
A Boston-Area Guide to Accessory Dwelling Unit Plans By Horizon ADU Choosing an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) floor plan is one of the most exciting steps in creating more usable, flexible space on your property. Whether your goal is to support aging parents, provide...
Accessory Dwelling Units are now legal in Massachusetts. With these new laws in place, you may think that building an ADU is a simple task. However, once you dive into the ADU construction process you will find this is not the case. In this guide we break down ADU...
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are quickly becoming one of the most practical ways to create additional housing in Greater Boston, whether you’re planning space for family, rental income, or future flexibility. But one of the first questions that comes up is how to...
If you’ve been exploring ways to expand your Boston property or add rental income, you’ve likely come across both tiny homes and Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). At first glance, they might seem similar, but they serve different purposes and follow very different...
For many homeowners, one of the first questions about adding an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) is simple: how long will it take from the first idea to the day someone can move in? The timeline varies depending on design complexity, local rules, and the condition of...