Accessory Structures in Vermont (2026)
2 rules on the books across Vermont, 1 city or county. Select a rule to read the full details.
Severity: Few Restrictions · Light Restrictions · Some Restrictions · Significant Restrictions · Heavy Restrictions
ADU Rules
Rules for building accessory dwelling units (granny flats, in-law suites) including size limits, parking requirements, and owner-occupancy rules.
Vermont: statewide
StatewideFew RestrictionsVermont law requires every municipality with zoning to permit at least one accessory dwelling unit per single-family…
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Few RestrictionsBurlington permits one accessory dwelling unit (ADU) by right on any lot containing an owner-occupied single-family…
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