accessory apartment
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accessory apartment
n.
An apartment within a single-family dwelling. Also called granny flat, in-law apartment.
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accessory apartment
A separate living unit created within a single-family home and occupied by either a family member or a nonfamily 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.
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.
| Accession, Accessibility | |
| Accommodating Party, Accommodation Party |
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granny flat
n. an apartment built into a garage or house for an elderly parent to live in. The garage has a granny flat including all utilities.
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