Douglas

Worcester County · Pop. 8,983

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Douglas has approved 0 of 0 ADU applications (0% approval rate).

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Douglas
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Based on 0 approved ADU applications and 8,983 residents

Permits

0%approval rateShare of 2025 applications approved in 2025
0 approved0 denied0 pending

0 applications since the ADU law took effect in Feb 2025

Bylaw Consistency

We haven't reviewed Douglas's bylaws yet. See the 28 towns we've analyzed for consistency with Chapter 150.

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ADU Impact on Housing Production

In 2024, Douglas issued 40 total residential building permits. In the first year of the ADU law, 0 ADU permits were approved — equivalent to 0% of prior-year housing production.

2024 Building Permits
40
2025 ADU Approvals
0

Source: Census Bureau (2024) via UMass Donahue Institute; EOHLC ADU Survey (2025)

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Sources: EOHLC ADU Survey 2025. Population estimates from 2024 Census ACS.

Disclaimer: ADU Pulse provides data for informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal, financial, or construction advice.Bylaw consistency analysis reflects our interpretation of public records and may not reflect the most current local amendments.

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