New Made-to-convert Housing

Changes in the housing market are calling for new types of housing, with one approach being that of single family housing deliberately designed to be able to accomodate an accessory apartment within it at some later date, and to be deconverted if desired. This report summarizes the key findings and illustrates some of the most attractive 'made-to-convert' designs from a previous study published in 1986. The report covers the reasons why such housing is needed, costs of conversions and the financial benefits, and gives 11 designs covering both urban and suburban houses.