Milton
Norfolk County · Pop. 28,630
Milton has approved 24 of 25 ADU applications (96% approval rate) and has 5 of 10 bylaw provisions consistent with state law.
Based on 24 approved ADU applications and 28,630 residents
Permits
25 applications since the ADU law took effect in Feb 2025
| Address | Type | Status | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canton Ave | Detached | Issued | $82,000 |
| School St | Conversion | Complete | — |
| Sias Ln | Conversion | Issued | — |
| Woodland Rd | Conversion | Issued | — |
| Blue Hill Ave | Conversion | Issued | — |
Bylaw Consistency
Milton’s bylaw predates the state ADU law and has not been reconciled with G.L. c. 40A §3. Three provisions — owner-occupancy, family/caregiver restrictions, and the special permit requirement — are preempted by state law. Homeowners should cite G.L. c. 40A §3 if the town tries to enforce them.
Provision-by-provision analysis available
We've mapped 10 provisions in Milton against Chapter 150. See which specific bylaw sections appear inconsistent with state law.
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Based on 3 permitted ADU projects in Milton
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In 2024, Milton issued 6 total residential building permits. In the first year of the ADU law, 24 ADU permits were approved.
Limited 2024 building permit data available. ADU share of production not shown.
Source: Census Bureau (2024) via UMass Donahue Institute; EOHLC ADU Survey (2025)
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Sources: EOHLC ADU Survey 2025. Individual permit records from municipal building department. 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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