What As of Right ADU Approval Really Means in NYC
“As of Right” is one of the most misunderstood phrases in zoning. Under City of Yes, many ADUs would be permitted As of Right, meaning…
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ADU Utility Requirements Under NYC’s City of Yes
Utility requirements determine whether an ADU is safe, legal and compliant. Under the City of Yes proposal, Accessory Dwelling Units must meet specific plumbing, electrical,…
Understanding NYC’s 800 Square Foot ADU Rule Under City of Yes
One of the most important parts of the City of Yes ADU proposal is the size limit for new accessory units. The framework uses an…
What Counts as a Small Home Eligible for ADUs Under City of Yes
City of Yes for Housing Opportunity aims to expand Accessory Dwelling Units across the city, but a key part of the proposal focuses on small…
How Parking Requirements Are Changing Under NYC’s City of Yes Initiative
Under the city’s City of Yes for Housing Opportunity zoning reform, parking requirements for new residential development including ADUs are being significantly scaled back. For…
ADU Rules for Semi-Attached Homes Under NYC’s City of Yes
Semi-attached homes are extremely common across Staten Island and Brooklyn. Under the City of Yes ADU proposal, these homes can often qualify for attached or…
ADU Height and Setback Rules Under NYC’s City of Yes
Accessory Dwelling Units are gaining momentum under the City of Yes plan. One of the most important pieces of the proposal is how tall an…
Rules for Converting Garages Into ADUs Under City of Yes
One of the most significant ADU opportunities in the City of Yes plan is garage conversions. Many Staten Island and Brooklyn homes have detached or…
What Counts as an Eligible Lot for an ADU Under City of Yes
The City of Yes for Housing Opportunity initiative is opening doors for Accessory Dwelling Units but not every lot automatically qualifies. For Staten Island and…
What the City of Yes Rules Say About Detached ADUs
The City of Yes for Housing Opportunity initiative is rewriting how New Yorkers can use their property and one of its most transformative features is…