Compare ADU zoning rules across 2 Minnesota cities. Average ADU score: 8.5/10.
| City | Max Size | Setbacks | Permit Fees | Build Cost | 1BR Rent | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis | 1,300 sq ft or 16% of lot area (whichever greater); max 1,600 sq ft or size of primary dwelling (whichever less) | 3 ft (5 ft from alleys for above-garage ADUs) | $1,800-$3,000 | $140,000-$280,000 | $1,350-$1,800/mo | 9/10 |
| Saint Paul | 800 sq ft or 75% of the principal dwelling floor area (whichever is greater) | 3 ft from interior lot lines | $1,900-$3,200 | $135,000-$270,000 | $1,300-$1,750/mo | 8/10 |
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