ADU · Erie County
Can you build an ADU in Springville, NY?
Village of Springville has 6 districts. 3 districts prohibit ADUs, 3 allow them with occupancy restrictions. Check your address to confirm the district that applies to your parcel:
What the Springville 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-8.5 Residence District | 0.195 ac | 25 / 10 / 30 ft | 35 ft | Occupancy restricted |
| R-6 Residence District | 0.195 ac | 20 / 10 / 25 ft | 35 ft | Occupancy restricted |
| RM Residence District (Multiple) | 0.195 ac | 20 / 15 / 25 ft | 35 ft | Occupancy restricted |
| B-1 Village Business District | — | - / - / 20 ft | 40 ft | No |
| VI Village Industry District | 0.459 ac | 25 / - / 20 ft | 40 ft | No |
| CIP Commercial-Industrial Park | 0.918 ac | 50 / 25 / 25 ft | 50 ft | No |
ADUs vs. short-term rentals in Springville
Short-term rentals allowed with local rules for Village of Springville. Short-term rentals are regulated under Article XXI, Short-Term Rentals, of the Village Code, adopted under Municipal Home Rule Law § 10 and Real Property Law § 447-b. Confirm the current permit and registration requirements 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 Springville at (716) 592-4936 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 minimum0.195 ac — an ADU still has to fit the district's lot and setback envelope.
- UtilityNational Grid territory.
- Building dept(716) 592-4936
- Last reviewed2026-08-06
ADU FAQ — Springville, NY
Are ADUs allowed in Springville, NY?
Village of Springville has 6 districts. 3 districts prohibit ADUs, 3 allow them with occupancy restrictions. Check your address with the free ADU checker, or confirm with the building department at (716) 592-4936.
Do I need a special permit for an ADU in Springville?
No district in Village of Springville requires a special-use permit for an ADU - 3 districts prohibit ADUs, 3 allow them with occupancy restrictions. Site-plan review or a building permit may still apply.
Can I use an ADU as a short-term rental in Springville?
Short-term rentals allowed with local rules for Village of Springville. 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 Springville
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 Springville, priced by size.
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ADU information for Village of Springville 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) 592-4936 before relying on any answer. Source: Offsite / Aldo zoning dataset, municipalData.js.