ADU rules for Clayton
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Rules for Clayton, DE
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# of Properties
1,871
Owner-occupied
59%
Zoning districts
8
Avg Home Value
$271,809
Median Lot Size
0.22 acres
Avg Income
$110,155
Residential Types:
1,871 housing units
Single Family
76%
Apts (4+ units)
1%
Other
24%
Zoning Districts:
1,956 parcels · 8 districts
R
53%(1,032)
RS
39%(763)
OS
3%(65)
TC
3%(49)
Other
2%(47)
ADU Rules
What can you build in Clayton, DE?
Clayton, DE 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
Parking
- –2 spaces per ADU; no maximum specified; general parking standards apply (no ADU-specific provisions; variances by Board of Adjustment may be considered).
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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