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Backyard homes & ADUs

Chicago City Council adopted a revised ADU ordinance on December 16, 2020. There are significant changes since the original proposal in May 2020, especially around geographic eligibility.

Read our new FAQ about the adopted ordinance.

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Learn about backyard homes & ADUs in Chicago

ADU portal: FAQ, 4-minute video, and designer directory

There are 18 days until May 1, 2021, when the Chicago Dept. of Buildings begins accepting ADU permit applications.

Directory of ADU designers & builders

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