Tagged: Accessory Dwelling Units

Plymouth Welcomes Accessory Dwelling Units

June 17th, 2024 | Accessory Dwelling Units

In Plymouth, a forum, on the 13th, about accessory dwelling units, or ADU’s was held by the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce. Town Meeting recently approved allowing ADU’s, as of right, meaning a homeowner can build a small house in the backyard or an addition to their house, without going to the Planning or Zoning […]

DeCoste Discusses Housing Bond Bill

June 5th, 2024 | Accessory Dwelling Units

State Rep. Dave Decoste speaks with WATD’s Dan McCready about An Act Relative to the Affordable Homes Act.

Proposed Bylaw Change Would Allow Detached One-Bedroom Dwelling On Single House Lot

February 16th, 2024 | Accessory Dwelling Units

In Plymouth, accessory dwelling units, or ADU’s seem to be an idea whose time has arrived—and they may arrive in greater numbers if Article 14 is approved by Town Meeting. ADU’s are living spaces—often called basement or garage apartments, or granny flats—that can add a one-bedroom unit, or even a detached one-bedroom dwelling on a […]

Plymouth Explores Idea of a Small House in the Backyard of a Property for Use as an Accessory Dwelling Unit

October 24th, 2023 | Accessory Dwelling Units

In Plymouth, allowing Accessory Dwelling Units, or ADU’s as a way to increase affordable housing is gaining momentum. ADU’s are those living spaces created above the garage, or in a breezeway to add a one bedroom unit, or even a detached one-bedroom dwelling on a single house lot.   This idea is gaining attention statewide, and […]

Milton Concludes Town Meeting

June 15th, 2022 | Accessory Dwelling Units

Milton Town Meeting wrapped up Tuesday night.   Town Moderator Robert Hiss tells WATD News that they did continue with a discussion regarding the town’s schools.   He says they were also able to deal with two major articles.   The meeting was conducted on zoom and Hiss says that created a unique set of […]

Milton Town Meeting Resumes Monday Night

June 13th, 2022 | Accessory Dwelling Units

Town Moderator Robert Hiss speaks with WATD News about the remaining articles.   Milton Town Meeting reconvenes at 7:30 p.m. Monday over the Zoom platform with information about remote participation available here. Photo Credit: Milton Public Library