09/07/2023
🏡 Exciting News for Phoenix Homeowners! 🏡
Attention, Phoenix residents! We've got some fantastic news for you! 🌟
Unlock the Potential of Your Property with Backyard Casitas! 🌟
Phoenix City Council has approved a game-changing ordinance for Backyard Casitas, allowing you to leverage your home equity for a brighter future!
Key Highlights:
🏠 Build Your Dream Casita: Now you can construct an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) in your backyard!
🌆 Increase Property Value: Boost your property's value and enhance your living space.
💰 Financial Freedom: Use home equity for renovation loans or cash-out refinances.
🏡 Live Your Way: Maintain the freedom to live in your main house or the casita.
🏡 Rental Potential: Explore the income potential with a backyard rental.
Phoenix City Council Ordinance Highlights:
🏡 One ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) per single-family detached lot may be constructed.
🌆 A detached ADU can be located within the required rear yard and can't exceed 15 feet in height unless a use permit is granted.
🏠 An attached ADU may project into the rear yard while maintaining the same side yard setbacks as the primary dwelling unit, with a maximum height of 15 feet.
🏘️ An attached ADU that meets all required standard setbacks can be constructed to the full height permitted by the zoning district.
📏 ADUs must comply with lot coverage requirements, with some potential increases.
📐 For lots up to 10,000 square feet, the maximum size of the ADU is 1,000 square feet.
🏞️ For lots over 10,000 square feet, the maximum size of the ADU is 3,000 square feet or 10% of the net lot area, whichever is less.
🏠 However, in no case may an ADU exceed 75% of the gross floor area of the primary dwelling unit.
👩👩👦👦 Additionally, the city emphasizes that the primary owner must reside in either the main house or the casita. If the property is used as a rental, both living spaces cannot be rented separately.
This exciting development opens up endless possibilities for homeowners in Phoenix! Whether you're looking to create an additional living space, a cozy rental unit, or a home office, this new ordinance paves the way for you to maximize the potential of your property.
Start planning your dream casita today and make the most of this fantastic opportunity! 🏠🌟