Want to explore more?

What Are You Allowed to Build at 5585 Jackson St, Merrillville, IN, 46410?

Backyard Cottage

(Detached ADU)

Probably Not Allowed

This lot does not meet the requirements for a Detached ADU. A variance may be requested through your local zoning authority

In Home Apartment

(Conversion or Addition)

Might be Allowed

This property may qualify for an Internal ADU, but there are some special considerations.

Swimming Pool

Probably Not Allowed

This property likely does not meet the zoning requirements for a swimming pool. A variance or other zoning relief may be required. Final feasibility may depend on site-specific conditions and local interpretation.

Single Family

Probably Allowed

This property likely meets the zoning requirements to build a Single-Family home up to 9,069 sq ft of zoning-counted floor area allowed By Right, or possibly more by Special Permit.

Multifamily

Home Addition

Probably Allowed

We estimate you can expand this property by up to 6,760 sq ft under current zoning rules. This may allow for a horizontal addition, a vertical addition, or both, depending on design and permitting.

Property facts

Zoning Jurisdiction

MERRILLVILLE

Parcel ID

451204253008000031

Property Type

Single Family

Zone

R-2

Year Built

1955

Lot Size

15,114 sq ft

Gross Building Area

2,901 sq ft

Gross Floor Area

2,309 sq ft

Estimated

Living Area

1,717 sq ft

Basement Area

0 sq ft

Impervious Surface

2,901 sq ft

Estimated

19.2%of lot coverage

ADU rules for Merrillville, IN

Based on public data and AI. Check with a pro. Read More