There was a time when it was common for multiple generations to live in the same home. Today, it’s not uncommon for aging parents to move in with their kids or for college students who are trying to get their finances in order to move in.
What’s an ADU?
Some homeowners use their extra space to build a separate living space or apartment. They’re commonly known as a cottage, basement apartment, or in-law unit. They’re also known as ADUs, or Accessory Dwelling Units.
Do you have an above-garage loft or land where you could build a separate structure? If so, you might already be thinking of adding an ADU? Aside from using them for family members, they’re great for out of town visitors or for earning income for short or long-term rentals.
If you like the idea, you’ll want to check the rules in your community. Although they likely have rules regarding ADUs, there’s a good chance, you can still build one within their rules and regulations structure.
Flexibility
“Flexibility in housing makes sense for environmental, lifestyle, and financial reasons. Though many people buy houses and live in them for decades, their actual needs change over time. But the way that houses are currently built doesn’t reflect those changes, especially the way households may spend decades with just 1 or 2 members. Many American houses are too big for 1- or 2 person households, which is too bad, because size is probably the biggest single factor in the environmental impact of a house.
If you have a reasonably sized house, and an even more reasonably sized ADU, you’ve likely got a pretty green combination with some social benefits as well. You could have your best friend, your mother, or your grown kid, live with you. This kind of flexibility and informal support could really help as the nation’s population ages. Most people want to stay in their homes as they age, but finances and design can be problematic. An ADU could help aging people meet their needs without moving.”
(Source: https://accessorydwellings.org/what-adus-are-and-why-people-build-them/)
Are you interested in Parrish, FL homes for sale or are you interested in a home with an existing ADU? Either way we can talk about the options.
If you want to look for homes for sale in Parrish, FL with existing ADUs or with enough land to create an ADU, I’ll be glad to show you what’s available in the area. Contact me and we can discuss what we have in the Parrish, Florida homes for sale that fits your needs.