Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Financing

Use your property to create extra living space for family, guests, or potential rental income.

  • Support family while maintaining independence
  • Add functional space for family or guests
  • Generate rental income
Support family while maintaining independence
Add functional space for family or guests
Generate rental income

Unlock the Power of an ADU

Creating more space is not always just about square footage. Sometimes it is about helping family stay close, giving loved ones more independence, or generating extra income.

An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is a self-contained living space located on your property. For homeowners considering an ADU or garage conversion, WCCU can help you explore financing options based on your goals, your property, and your unique situation.

Our team can help you through the process and compare options to find a loan that fits your needs.

ADU FAQs

An ADU, or Accessory Dwelling Unit, is a secondary living space located on the same property as an existing home. Depending on your property and your city or town’s requirements, it may be detached, attached, or created by converting an existing space, such as a garage.
An ADU can be used in many ways, depending on your needs and your city or town’s requirements. Homeowners may use an ADU to create space for aging parents, adult children, extended family, guests, or potential rental income.

In some cases, yes. Rental use depends on your plans and your city or town’s zoning, permit, and housing requirements.

Before moving forward, it’s a good idea to contact your city or town’s building, planning, or zoning department to confirm whether rental use is allowed for your property.

If you are converting a garage into eligible living space, WCCU can help you explore financing options that may fit your project, property, and goals.

Before starting the project, you may also want to contact your city or town’s building, planning, or zoning department to confirm whether the conversion is allowed and what permits may be needed.

The right financing option depends on your project, available equity, timeline, and overall financial picture. WCCU can help you compare options and talk through what may work best for your situation.

Yes. ADU requirements can vary by city or town, so it’s helpful to contact your city or town’s building, planning, or zoning department before finalizing your project.

They can help you understand zoning, permit, design, and occupancy requirements, which may give you a clearer idea of your timeline, costs, and financing needs.

Westerly Community Credit Union is a full-service credit union with Rhode Island branches in Westerly, RichmondWakefield, and Coventry.

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