Share your input on the future of Accessory Dwelling Units

*Note on survey responses

An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is an independent, rentable dwelling unit located on the same lot as an existing, standalone single-family home. ADUs come in many forms and can be attached or detached from the main residence, or converted from existing portions of the home.

The Tempe Zoning and Development Code currently allows ADUs on properties zoned for multi-family use if a single-family home is already present. Approximately 300 lots are currently eligible to build ADUs on the properties. 

We want to hear your thoughts on a possible code update related to ADU location, square footage, parking requirements, short-term rental restrictions and Guest Quarters. There are no proposed changes to maximum height, setbacks or lot size requirements.

Amendments to the Zoning and Development Code must be initiated by City Council. This survey is intended to determine community preferences regarding Accessory Dwelling Units to assist with creating a formal draft of an ADU Code Text Amendment should Council wish to proceed with it.

Please contact 480-350-8234 or [email protected] if you would like clarification on any of the questions, a paper copy of the survey or  to set up a one-on-one meeting with a project team member.

Please visit tempe.gov/adu for helpful FAQs and upcoming public meetings. 

*Please note that the PDF survey responses below are summarized by OpenGov and exclude the informational statements preceding questions in the actual survey. To view the full survey, including these statements, click the 'Take the Survey' button. A complete Public Input Summary will be available online by May 8, 2024.