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Governor Newsom Signs Three New Accessory Dwelling Unit Bills
In recent years, the California Legislature has enacted bills that reduce local control over the development of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and junior accessory dwelling units (JADUs).

22 ADU Floor Plans That Make the Most of the Backyard
These compact layouts create ideal guesthouses, tiny offices, art studios, and more.

The ADU Boom Has Begun. Is It Adding the Housing We Need?
Experts say affordable housing must come in many forms. But early signs show backyard homes—a win for landowners and renters alike—could be a crucial one.
