ADU rules for Unincorporated Shelby
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Rules for Unincorporated Shelby, IN
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# of Properties
14,402
Owner-occupied
50%
Zoning districts
34
Avg Home Value
$139,826
Median Lot Size
4.52 acres
Avg Income
$90,499
Residential Types:
14,402 housing units
Single Family
46%
Apts (4+ units)
49%
Other
5%
Zoning Districts:
19,052 parcels · 34 districts
R1
27%(5,098)
A1
25%(4,796)
RE
19%(3,529)
A2
12%(2,245)
Other
18%(3,384)
ADU Rules
What can you build in Unincorporated Shelby, IN?
Unincorporated Shelby, IN 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
Owner Occupancy
- –No owner-occupancy requirement.
Rental Restrictions
- –Detached ADU: Renting a detached accessory structure is prohibited; accessory buildings may not be used for residential purposes and only one principal dwelling per lot.
- –Attached ADU: Taking of boarders or leasing of rooms is capped at two roomers; converting to a two-family dwelling in R1 may require a special exception.
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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