Tiny Living Hack: The Importance of Outdoor Space #adu #tinyliving

Want to build an ADU but worried about privacy? There are clever and easy ways to utilize the outdoor space around your ADU to ensure your privacy, and your tenant's privacy, isn't compromised. That's exactly why Josh and Keely's 490 sq ft ADU works so well in their backyard. Utilizing landscaping not only creates a much needed division between the ADU and the main house, but it also gives that WOW factor to the whole property.

What is an ADU?
ADU stands for accessory dwelling unit. An ADU is a permanent additional housing structure built on a property that already has a main home or main structure. You may have heard them referred to as granny flats, casitas, guest houses, or in-law suites. They can be built on a single-family lot or multi-family lot (duplexes count as multi-family).

An ADU has its own entrance, separate from the primary house, as well as a kitchen, bathroom, and living space.

Accessory dwelling units can be rented year-round and add a lot of value to your property. They can be garage conversions, stand-alone units, attic or basement conversions, or be attached to the main house.

ADUs are exceptionally flexible, and most owners find that their use for the unit evolves over the years, including passive rental income.