Accessory Dwelling Units

Accessory Dwelling Units

Allowed by-right in C-1, A-1, R-1 zones. Owner must live on site.

Greene’s comprehensive plan indicates the county’s interest in creating an Accessory Dwelling Unit implementation guide/toolkit to promote the mutual affordability benefits of ADUs to homeowners and renters & promote grant programs targeted to ADU creation.

See Appendix C – Zoning and ‘Use regulations.’ for specific ordinances in the relevant zoning districts (C-1, A-1, R-1).

  • Greene's Comprehensive Plan:
  • Additional Resources:

Virginia Housing Commission Accessory Dwelling Units – Introductory Brief

ADU Aid Programs Across the Country (Case Studies)

  • Policy Brief:

What are Accessory Dwelling Units