The passage of the 2024 Affordable Homes Act includes the ability to add one Accessory Dwelling Unit
(ADU) by right on a residential property in a single family zoning district, with some general
requirements. The regulations 760 CMR 71.00 further clarify the parameters for an ADU. While not a
zoning expert or attorney, the real estate licensee will need to understand the key factors associated with
ADUs to properly market, advertise and value properties they are associated with. The regulation aims to encourage the production of Protected Use ADUs to
address housing needs across Massachusetts. It balances municipal interests with
property owners' rights to add housing stock.