ADU Town Regulations
Waterboro, ME
Nov 3, 2023
Last Updated
About
Waterboro, Maine, is a charming rural town nestled in York County, known for its natural beauty and rich history. The town is home to scenic lakes, forests, and trails, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy hiking, fishing, and canoeing. With a quiet and a peaceful atmosphere, Waterboro offers a relaxing lifestyle while still being close to larger towns and the southern Maine coastline. Its blend of rural living and natural surroundings makes Waterboro an appealing place for both residents and visitors. The population of Waterboro was 7,936 at the 2020 census.
ADU Rules
Accessory Dwelling Units are a permitted use in the residential districts, subject to the review of the Code Enforcement Officer and adherence to the following standards:
Only one accessory dwelling unit shall be permitted on a lot.
The owners of the principal structure must reside on the property either in the principal structure, or the Accessory dwelling unit.
The Accessory Dwelling unit shall not be greater than 800 square feet of living area. The minimum ADU size shall be 410 square feet.
ADU’s Shall not be used as a Short-Term rental
The Accessory Dwelling unit may be located either in the principal dwelling unit, attached to the existing Dwelling unit or as a separate structure.
The accessory dwelling unit may share the septic system with the principal dwelling unit or provide a separate septic system that meets the requirements of the State Subsurface Wastewater rules.
An on-site well may be shared with the principal dwelling unit or a separate well for the Accessory Dwelling unit can be used where public water is not available.
The parking requirements of the Waterboro Land Use Ordinance shall not be considered when adding an accessory dwelling unit.
Proper ingress and egress shall be provided to the accessory unit.
The Town shall require an applicant to place a deed restriction on the main parcel and enter into a consent agreement assuring that the lot will not be split in the future separating the dwelling unit and the ADU. Ownership of the ADU shall also remain in the same ownership as the principal structure.