Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Rules for Unincorporated Augusta, VA

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# of Properties

Zoning districts

Zoning Districts:

41,976 parcels · 42 districts

63%(26,545)

SF10

11%(4,509)

SF15

6%(2,335)

PUD

4%(1,733)

Other

16%(6,854)

ADU Rules

What can you build in Unincorporated Augusta, VA?

Unincorporated Augusta, VA follows state and local rules for Accessory Dwelling Units. Here is a concise overview of the local rules.

Eligibility

–Internal / Attached ADU: Conditional Use Permit
–Detached ADU: Conditional Use Permit

ADU State Law

What can you build in Virginia?

–Virginia 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.
–SB 304 would have mandated ADUs. It passed the Virginia Senate in 2024 but was continued/left in House committee (i.e., not enacted statewide)

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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