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Can you build an ADU in Holland, NY?
Town of Holland has 6 districts. All districts prohibit ADUs. Check your address to confirm the district that applies to your parcel:
What the Holland 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rural Residential and Agricultural District | 5 ac | 50 / 40 / 40 ft | 35 ft | No |
| Medium Density Residential District (R-2) | 1.377 ac | 50 / 20 / 40 ft | 35 ft | No |
| Medium Density Residential District (R-1) | 0.23 ac | 25 / 10 / 30 ft | 35 ft | No |
| General Business District | 2 ac | 40 / - / 30 ft | 35 ft | No |
| Highway Business District | 0.918 ac | 40 / 15 / 30 ft | 20 ft | No |
| Manufacturing and Industrial District | 3 ac | 50 / 25 / 30 ft | 30 ft | No |
ADUs vs. short-term rentals in Holland
Short-term rentals restricted for Town of Holland. Short-term rentals require a SPECIAL PERMIT: § 120-49.3 sits in Article VI, Special Permit Uses, of Zoning Chapter 120. Because the permission is discretionary, an STR is not available as of right, and the Planning/Zoning Board conditions govern. Confirm the current standards with the Town 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 Town of Holland at (716) 537-9443 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 minimum0.23–5 ac — an ADU still has to fit the district's lot and setback envelope.
- UtilityNational Grid territory.
- Building dept(716) 537-9443
- Last reviewed2026-08-06
ADU FAQ — Holland, NY
Are ADUs allowed in Holland, NY?
Town of Holland has 6 districts. All districts prohibit ADUs. Check your address with the free ADU checker, or confirm with the building department at (716) 537-9443.
Do I need a special permit for an ADU in Holland?
No. No district in Town of Holland permits an ADU, so there is no permit to apply for. Codes change, so verify with the building department at (716) 537-9443 before ruling it out.
Can I use an ADU as a short-term rental in Holland?
Short-term rentals restricted for Town of Holland. 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 Holland
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 Holland, priced by size.
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ADU information for Town of Holland 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) 537-9443 before relying on any answer. Source: Offsite / Aldo zoning dataset, municipalData.js.