ADU Town Regulations
Raymond, ME
Sep 13, 2024
Last Updated
About
Raymond, Maine, is a picturesque town in Cumberland County with a population of approximately 4,547 residents. Nestled in the Sebago Lake Region and known for its scenic beauty, Raymond offers abundant recreational opportunities such as hiking on the Bri-Mar Trail, relaxing at Tassel Top Park, boating, fishing, and exploring historic Raymond Village. The town also hosts various community events throughout the year, making it a popular destination for both residents and visitors alike.
ADU Rules
An accessory dwelling unit (ADU) shall be allowed on the same lot as a single-family dwelling unit in any zone where housing is permitted.
An ADU be constructed within an existing dwelling unit on a lot, attached to or sharing a wall with a single-family dwelling unit, or detached, as a new structure.
If the total number of bedrooms or potential bedrooms exceeds by more than one (1) the number of bedrooms the septic system is designed for, a replacement or expanded system shall be designed and installed before occupancy.
The accessory dwelling unit must be a minimum of 190 square feet and shall not comprise more than 700 square feet of living space, excluding stairways.
Not more than one accessory dwelling unit shall be permitted per parcel.
No additional parking is required for an accessory dwelling unit beyond the parking requirements of the single-family dwelling unit on the lot where the accessory dwelling unit is located.