Urban density and affordability are familiar issues for many Austinites. Building an Auxiliary Dwelling Unit (ADU) has become a creative project. Homeowners can pursue ADU construction to address these issues while increasing their home value and/or adding rental income. Homeowners with an ADU can subdivide their lot and sell either property, or they can rent out the property to long-term or short-term tenants. What you can build In 2015, the City of Austin relaxed restrictio