Property Survey Required Before Any ADU Project Begins

Surveyor using tripod equipment to complete a property survey on residential land before building an ADU coach house

Chicago recently made a big housing move. On September 26, 2025, the City Council approved a major expansion of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). These small homes—like coach houses, basement apartments, and attic units—are now allowed across more neighborhoods. The decision is expected to spark a wave of new building applications. But here’s the thing: before […]