ADUs are allowed in AbseconTypes:Internal
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Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Rules for Absecon, NJ
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# of Properties
273
Owner-occupied
8%
Zoning districts
25
Avg Home Value
$161,421
Median Lot Size
0.27 acres
Avg Income
$80,280
Residential Types:
273 housing units
Single Family
93%
Other
7%
Zoning Districts:
4,321 parcels · 25 districts
R-2
55%(2,380)
R-4
9%(404)
R-1
6%(278)
I/PI
6%(243)
Other
24%(1,016)
ADU Rules
What can you build in Absecon, NJ?
Absecon, NJ follows state and local rules for Accessory Dwelling Units. Here is a concise overview of the local rules.
Eligibility
- –Internal / Attached ADU: By Right
- –Detached ADU: Not addressed in the local bylaw
Parking
- –Min 2 spaces per dwelling unit (no ADU-specific standard). Exceptions: approving body may require more; some required spaces may remain unimproved initially if shown on plan; up to 25% reduction with shared parking; RSIS may apply to residential uses and can be waived with a parking study.
ADU State Law
What can you build in New Jersey?
- –New Jersey does not have a statewide ADU mandate; ADU rules are set by individual municipalities.
- –Building/fire codes are set statewide, but whether an ADU is allowed is local zoning.
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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