Detached ADU Footprint Restriction
ConsistentFalmouth, Barnstable County
Dimensional & Parking📋
What This Means for Your Project
This provision is consistent with Massachusetts state law. No issues expected during permitting.
State Law
760 CMR 71.03 authorizes reasonable dimensional requirements, provided they are not more restrictive than what is required for the principal dwelling or accessory structures in the same district.
Local Bylaw
The footprint of a new detached ADU cannot exceed that of the principal dwelling (§ 240-9.1C(7)).
Impact on Your Project
This dimensional restriction was not addressed in the AG's disapproval and appears consistent with 760 CMR 71.03.
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