Publication Date

Spring 1997

Degree Type

Master's Project

Degree Name

Master of Urban Planning (MUP)

Department

Urban and Regional Planning

First Advisor

Dr. Scott Lefaver

Abstract

Second units are separate living spaces subordinate to the primary residence on a lot. Second units can be garage conversion apartments, detached cottages, or attached apartments. A second unit, by definition, must have some sort of kitchen facility for the occupants to use*. Kitchen facilities usually include piped water; a sink; a stove, cooking range, or microwave; and a refrigerator. Second units are also known as “accessory apartments,” “accessory dwelling units. “mother-in-law apartments,” or “granny flats.”

Second units should not be confused with accessory buildings. Accessory buildings can be detached offices, studios, or workshops. These buildings are not intended to be occupied as a residence. Most cities have different restrictions regarding the construction of second units and accessory buildings. Policies for second units tend to be more restrictive because they are intended as living units, and, therefore, have greater impacts on a neighborhood than accessory buildings.

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