Has anyone on the bowl had luck renting out your ADU in New York or Cali? I have my eyes on a property in both states, and it has an ADU. I just don't know if it's as simple and straightforward as renting any other house. What are some roadblocks you've had to encounter with this?

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I'm in NY, and the biggest roadblocks are local regulations and zoning. Every city or town has its own set of rules, so what’s allowed in one area might be restricted just a few miles away. Many places require the property owner to live in the main house if you’re renting out the ADU, and there are often strict guidelines on minimum size, foundation requirements, and lease length (usually at least 30 days). Getting permits can be time-consuming, and neighborhood resistance can also slow things down. Plus, the upfront costs for construction and meeting all the codes can add up quickly..

Not those states but several towns in MA have passed laws against ADUs being used as STRs. But using them as LTRs is easier…it’s actually encouraged here to help with housing constraints.

Building an ADU is the hard part. Renting it out isn’t any different than renting a non-ADU at a similar size.

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