Helpful resources for your ADU process

This page connects you to trusted resources that can help you plan, finance, and build your ADU. Neighborhood Restore offers program guidance and homeowner support throughout the process. The Homeowner Help Desk and FAQ provide additional tools, answers, and contacts to keep your project moving forward.

ADU Technical Assistance and Resource Center – Restored Homes

This is the main contact for technical assistance and program inquiries related to ADUs in New York City. Restored Homes has resources to help you through every step of the ADU process, from understanding your property’s eligibility to connecting with design and construction professionals. Their team can answer questions about financing, permits, and the Plus One ADU Program.

You can reach out directly at the following email dedicated to ADU For You: aduforyou@neighborhoodrestore.org.

ADU Technical Assistance Phone Number: (212) 584-8981 ex. 12

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Homeowner Help Desk

The Homeowner Help Desk offers free support for New Yorkers with general housing questions. If you’re not sure where to start, they can connect you to the right city agency or program, help you understand your rights and responsibilities, and share resources on repairs, safety, and energy savings.

Homeowner Help Desk Contact Information

Phone:646-786-0888

Toll-Free:1-855-HOME-456

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You can also call 311 and ask for the Center for NYC Neighborhoods

Plus One ADU Program

The Plus One ADU Program offers low- or no-interest loans, construction grants, and technical support to help you build, convert, or legalize an ADU.

Funded by New York State Homes and Community Renewal and administered by HPD and partner organizations, the program serves eligible homeowners who meet specifications with:

  • Additional construction loan financing through HPD.
  • Loan terms of up to 15 years, with potential extensions to 30 years.
  • Interest rates as low as 0% for eligible borrowers.
  • Preference for owner-occupants earning up to 120% of Area Median Income (AMI), with eligibility extending to 165% AMI.
  • Forgivable loan options tied to rent restrictions and capped annual rent increases, depending on load structure.
  • Monthly payment safeguards ensure homeowners retain at least $200 in monthly cash flow after debts.

If you want to learn more about the program, HPD has a dedicated Plus One page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Information provided on this site is for educational purposes only and may not reflect current laws or policies. Always verify details with the NYC Department of Buildings or other New York City agencies before proceeding.

No guarantees of eligibility or approval are made.

Visit the Plus One ADU website for the latest information about the program.

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