City leaders consider expanding 'granny flats' for affordability, but research indicates it could backfire

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin City Council members are set to discuss a new resolution that would loosen the restrictions on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and make them more affordable.
According to city documents, current regulations for attached or internal ADUs require at least one of the residents to be at least 60 years old or physically disabled. It also states if a space inside a home is converted into an ADU, the ADU can't include a converted garage or a new entrance that you can see fr