ADU rules for Huntsville
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Rules for Huntsville, AL
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# of Properties
1
Zoning districts
42
Zoning Districts:
103,516 parcels · 42 districts
R1A
29%(30,225)
R2
22%(22,938)
R1B
21%(21,401)
R2B
5%(5,309)
Other
23%(23,643)
ADU Rules
What can you build in Huntsville, AL?
Huntsville, AL follows state and local rules for Accessory Dwelling Units. Here is a concise overview of the local rules.
Eligibility
- –Internal / Attached ADU: Not addressed in the local bylaw
- –Detached ADU: Not addressed in the local bylaw
What's allowed on your lot?
These are the municipality-wide rules. What's allowed on a specific property also depends on state laws, setbacks, floor area ratio, lot coverage, environmental constraints, topography, and other property-specific factors. Search your address on FutureLot to see what's allowed on your property.
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