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accessory apartment

 
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n.
An apartment within a single-family dwelling. Also called granny flat, in-law apartment.


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A separate living unit created within a single-family home and occupied by either a family member or a non-family tenant. Generally, such units are outlawed by local Zoning and Housing Codes although some cities conduct special programs to encourage such units for specific purposes.
Example: Mrs. Andrews was left with a large home when her husband died. Through a special program conducted by the city, she was able to create an accessory apartment in her home and rent it to another widow. This provided low-cost housing for the tenant and additional income and companionship to Mrs. Andrews.

 
 

 

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