“Backyards with extra space are being used beyond gardening and recreation. Small, detached structures or attached apartments offer the essentials of a home for extended family, caregivers, or paying tenants.
Homeowners are recognizing the untapped potential of maximizing a property’s square footage by converting unused areas into living space. Basements and attics have long been hot spots for these transformations, but now so are backyards. Accessory dwelling units—small, detached outdoor structures built for living quarters—are sparking nationwide interest.”
