ADU rules in Severna Park, MD — also called accessory dwelling unit regulations or granny flat ordinances — cover setbacks, owner-occupancy, parking, and permit requirements.
Anne Arundel County allows ADUs in all residential districts except R22 under Bill 6-23. Detached ADUs are limited to 800 sq ft or 50% of main dwelling. No additional parking is required. Impact fees are waived. Short-term rental of an ADU requires the owner to live on site.
Maryland does not have a statewide ADU mandate as strong as Oregon or California, but HB 1045 (2023) encouraged counties to allow ADUs. Severna Park or county regulates ADUs through local zoning. Montgomery County has relatively permissive ADU rules (Zoning Text Amendment 19-07). Other counties vary significantly. Building permits required. Size limits, setbacks, and parking requirements depend on county code. HOAs may restrict or prohibit ADUs. Maryland’s housing costs, particularly near D.C., drive ADU interest.
Unpermitted ADU: building code enforcement. May require legalization or demolition. Occupying unpermitted unit: code violation.
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