Land Use & Zoning
In New Mexico, 'accessory dwelling units' (ADUs, sometimes called casitas) are:
AProhibited in all residential zones
BSecondary housing units on single-family lots increasingly allowed by many NM municipalities to increase affordable housing stock✓ Correct
COnly permitted in commercial zones
DRestricted to use by family members only
Explanation
ADUs (called casitas in New Mexico, reflecting the cultural tradition) are small secondary units on residential properties. Many NM cities have liberalized ADU regulations to address housing shortages and allow homeowners to generate rental income.
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