ADU Pulse

Detached ADU Allowance

Consistent

New Bedford, Bristol County

Use & Occupancy
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What This Means for Your Project

This provision is consistent with Massachusetts state law. No issues expected during permitting.

State Law

MGL c.40A §3 — ADUs may be within, attached to, or detached from the principal dwelling.

Local Bylaw

New Bedford allows internal, attached, and detached ADUs.

Impact on Your Project

Consistent with state law.

Sources

MGL c.40A §3

How Other Towns Handle Use & Occupancy

Owner-Occupancy RequirementPlymouth
Appears Inconsistent
District Scope LimitationPlymouth
Appears Inconsistent
Number of ADUs AllowedPlymouth
Consistent
Detached ADU AllowancePlymouth
Consistent
Owner-Occupancy RequirementNantucket
Appears Inconsistent
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