Amenia Housing Board announces new ADU program

Amenia Housing Board announces new ADU program
Amenia Town Hall
Photo by John Coston

AMENIA — For residents considering adding an Accessory Dwelling Unit within their homes or perhaps converting garage space to create an apartment, the Amenia Housing Board has announced a new grant program to begin soon.

The new program titled PlusOne ADU being introduced in Dutchess County will become active on July 14. Residents can complete an interest form by visiting the Town of Amenia website. The program is administered through Hudson River Housing.

Eligible homeowners can receive a grant of up to $112,500 plus technical assistance to create a new accessory dwelling unit or improve existing units. To qualify, the homeowner must fall within 120% of the Adjusted Median Income for Dutchess County.

Grant funding can be used to plan, design and build an ADU, the intent being to create more affordable housing opportunities, provide opportunity for property owners and promote long-term community stability. Provisions of the program stipulate that the homeowner must build or upgrade an ADU at their primary residence and use the new unit for year-round housing only. A family member is allowed to occupy the new unit. No short-term or vacation rentals are permitted.

Information is available from the Housing Board or by contacting Jordan Schinella, Community Development Manager at Hudson River Housing. To learn more, contact Schinella at Jschinella@hudsonriverhousing.org.

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