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A one bedroom DADU in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood.
Seattle permitted more DADUs than new homes in 2022
In 2022 there were 551 DADUs permitted in Seattle which is approximately four times the number permitted five years ago. While not all of these will get built, it is a lot of DADUs, and they are fairly evenly spread out through the city.
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A recently completed DADU in Seattle’s Ravenna Neighborhood
Thinking about the long-term use of a home and designing for flexibility is an important part of preparing for an uncertain future. DADUs allow people more flexibility to accommodate a growing family, changing work requirements, and to provide supplemental rental income. DADUs also provide valuable small housing stock in desirable neighborhoods.
Do you want to learn more about DADUs and meet others (virtually) thinking about building a DADU? Join Bruce Parker from Microhouse and Stefan Hansmire from Hansmire Builders to learn about what is possible in this unique webinar sponsored by the Phinney Neighborhood Center. In this workshop we will answer questions for people planning to build a backyard cottage, including explanations of what is possible given the new zoning rules. We will also discuss budget ranges for recently completed DADUs and financing options along with case studies.
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Date: Thursday July 15th
Time: 7:00 pm
Cost: $20 Suggested donation to the PNA
Location: Online
THIS BALLARD DADU WAS #2 ON THE LIST OF MOST POPULAR HOUZZ TOURS OF 2020
DADU’s are trending in 2020
Colette and Chris built this backyard cottage as a short term rental. Their cottage cottage takes advantage of the sloping site to create a unique three level design. It features a generous master suite, a living room with vaulted ceilings and an 2nd bedroom/office on the top floor. 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms. The cottage will be open Friday September 21st from 4:30 to 7:00 pm. Email info@microhousenw.com for more information.
Join us for a unique opportunity to tour backyard cottages (aka detached accessory dwelling units or "dadus") in Fremont, Greenwood, and Ballard. Starting with an open house at 4134 1st Ave NW from 10:00 - 11:00 am. Following the open house will be a tour of other nearby cottages. Sign up for our open house invitation list for more information.
