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How much does it cost to design an ADU?

When do I show my designs to local staff?

How do I find an architect or designer?

What about the money I could make renting the ADU?

Can I eventually sell my ADU separately from the main building?

How will building an ADU affect my taxes and property values?

What if I don’t have a lot of money available right now to build an ADU?

How am I going to pay for an ADU?

Do I need to tell my neighbors?

What if I have an unpermitted ADU on my property already?

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Maine ADU Guide

This is a project of the Greater Portland Council of Governments with funding from the Housing Opportunity Program of the Maine Department of Economic & Community Development

ADU Process

  • ADU Rules
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  • Design
  • Permitting
  • Construction
  • ADU Rules
  • Inspiration
  • Budgeting
  • Design
  • Permitting
  • Construction

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  • FAQs
  • Glossary
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  • FAQs
  • Glossary

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