TuesdayNovember 4, 2025

QC region could see growth in accessory dwelling units

Builders, remodelers group hears about ADUs trend
By: Dave Thompson|November 4, 2025
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    • Members of the Quad Cities Builders & Remodelers Association listen to a presentation on accessory dwelling units (ADUs) during a meeting Monday, Nov. 3. CREDIT DAVE THOMPSON

    Some people call small homes and apartments by many names. They are granny flats, in-law suites, basement apartments, garage apartments or backyard bungalows.

    Many know them as separate, self-contained living units on the same lot as a primary home. Or they call them by a more formal name – accessory dwelling units (ADUs).

    Members of the Quad Cities Builders…

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