Here, architects and homeowners share their small-space tips for ADUs to help you maximize your space and living experience.

While staff suggested that loosening the rules around equipment could allow for more flexibility for accessory dwelling units on small lots ... protections for two-story accessory dwelling ...

We live on a quarter-acre lot with a relatively small main house ... Working from the ADU has been fantastic — it's allowed me some quiet time. We have two young children, so I can "go to ...

The designs in the ADU Standard Plan Program are designed with a variety of homeowner needs in mind, and range from small studios to two-storey layouts. The creative approaches on display are also ...

San Diego allows two-story ADUs and only requires ... but they're against the Bonus ADU Program, which allowed developers to build a large number of units on small lots of land.

The plans vary in size and layout, including one-bedroom cottages and two-bedroom homes. For designers: Submit ADU plans for pre-approval with a completed checklist and building permit application.