ADUs Come in Many Shapes and Sizes

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Since ADUs can be created in many different shapes and styles, they’re able to fit discreetly into all sorts of communities, including suburban subdivisions, row-house streets (either with

or without backalleys), walkable town or urban neighborhoods — and, of course, large lots and rural regions.

Follow the links below to learn about a variety of ADU types.

6. Detached ADU (One-Story) 7. Detached ADU (Two-Story) 8. Detached Bedroom — and "Tiny Houses"   MORE ABOUT ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS Visit AARP.org/ADU for links to more articles and to

order AARP's free publications about accessory dwelling units.  

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