New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) Commissioner Adolfo Carrion Jr. has announced a new program that encourages New Yorkers to build accessory dwelling units (ADU) on their properties, the “Plus One ADU” pilot program.
“Plus One ADU” provides funding to qualified homeowners looking to build backyard cottages, garage studios, attached in-law suites, basement apartments, and attic space conversions. Funding totals up to $395,000 from the HPD, and $2.6 million in grant funding from New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR). The program, according to a press statement, is meant to help working- and middle-class families; as well as seniors
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