Lowell
Middlesex County · Pop. 115,554
Lowell has approved 26 of 26 ADU applications (100% approval rate).
Based on 26 approved ADU applications and 115,554 residents
Permits
26 applications since the ADU law took effect in Feb 2025
Bylaw Consistency
We haven't reviewed Lowell's bylaws yet. See the 28 towns we've analyzed for consistency with Chapter 150.
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In 2024, Lowell issued 112 total residential building permits. In the first year of the ADU law, 26 ADU permits were approved — equivalent to 23.2% of prior-year housing production.
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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