Pepperell

Middlesex County · Pop. 11,604

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Pepperell has approved 10 of 10 ADU applications (100% approval rate).

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8.6
per 10K residents4.3x state average
Pepperell
8.6
State avg
2.0

Based on 10 approved ADU applications and 11,604 residents

Permits

100%approval rateShare of 2025 applications approved in 2025
10 approved0 denied0 pending

10 applications since the ADU law took effect in Feb 2025

Bylaw Consistency

We haven't reviewed Pepperell'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, Pepperell issued 5 total residential building permits. In the first year of the ADU law, 10 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)

How Pepperell Compares

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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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