ADUs can be a living area located on the grounds or attached to a single-family home. The demand for ADUs has grown in popularity in response to changing family needs and smaller households. Examples of ADUs include living areas above garages, tiny homes, and mobile homes. As Stearns County’s demographics change (e.g., aging populations), the County should explore updates to its zoning code that continue to support ADUs. Providing this type of housing can offer the following benefits: