Policy Focus: Promote Housing Affordability by Expanding ADUs

Accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, are a little-known solution to the housing affordability crisis. By converting unused spaces or building residential units on their property, property owners can expand the supply of residential units, thereby reducing housing costs, especially for renters. Simultaneously, property owners enjoy new revenue streams and increased home values, which can be the key to financial security, particularly for many older women.