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Can you build an ADU in Angola, NY?
Village of Angola has 3 districts. All districts allow ADUs with occupancy restrictions. Check your address to confirm the district that applies to your parcel:
What the Angola code indicates by district
The table below shows how each district treats ADUs, alongside the lot and setback standards that govern a second unit. District boundaries and conditions vary, so treat this as a starting point and confirm the district that applies to your parcel.
| District | Min lot | Setbacks F / S / R | Max height | ADU |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R-1 Residential District | 0.23 ac | 30 / 10 / 30 ft | 35 ft | Occupancy restricted |
| MU-R Mixed-Use Residential District | 0.184 ac | 25 / 10 / 30 ft | 35 ft | Occupancy restricted |
| MF-R Multifamily Residential District | 0.184 ac | 25 / 10 / 30 ft | 35 ft | Occupancy restricted |
ADUs vs. short-term rentals in Angola
Short-term rentals allowed with local rules for Village of Angola. Short-term rentals are regulated under Article XV, Short-Term Rental, of the Village Code. § 245-49 legalizes short-term rental establishments existing at adoption, so an operating history does not exempt a property from the article's current requirements. Confirm the permit and registration terms with the Village before listing. New York State's 2025 short-term rental registry (Ch. 99 of the Laws of 2025) separately requires every host statewide to register the unit regardless of local law. Confirm with Village of Angola at (716) 946-6262 before listing. These are separate questions from whether you can build an ADU — a unit you're allowed to add isn't automatically one you're allowed to rent nightly, so check both.
Good to know
- Residential lot minimum0.184–0.23 ac — an ADU still has to fit the district's lot and setback envelope.
- UtilityNational Grid territory.
- Building dept(716) 946-6262
- Last reviewed2026-08-06
ADU FAQ — Angola, NY
Are ADUs allowed in Angola, NY?
Village of Angola has 3 districts. All districts allow ADUs with occupancy restrictions. Check your address with the free ADU checker, or confirm with the building department at (716) 946-6262.
Do I need a special permit for an ADU in Angola?
No district in Village of Angola requires a special-use permit for an ADU - 3 districts allow ADUs with occupancy restrictions. Site-plan review or a building permit may still apply.
Can I use an ADU as a short-term rental in Angola?
Short-term rentals allowed with local rules for Village of Angola. ADU occupancy and short-term-rental rules are separate: an ADU you can build isn't automatically one you can rent nightly. Confirm both before you count on STR income.
What an ADU costs to build in Angola
Permission is one question and budget is another. An 800 sq ft accessory unit here runs roughly $200k–260k at a standard finish, and the per-square-foot rate comes in above a full house because the kitchen, bath, panel and heating plant cost the same either way. See the full cost to build an ADU in Angola, priced by size.
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ADU information for Village of Angola is compiled from the municipal code (last reviewed 2026-08-06) and provided for decision-support only — not legal or architectural advice. ADU eligibility, size, owner-occupancy and permit conditions vary by district and often carry exceptions; verify with the building department at (716) 946-6262 before relying on any answer. Source: Offsite / Aldo zoning dataset, municipalData.js.