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117 of 1,801 properties in New Brighton are eligible for an accessory dwelling unit. 6.5% eligibility rate based on real NYC property data.
1,801
Total Properties
117
ADU Eligible
6.5%
Eligibility Rate
R5 / R3A
Top Zones
4,454 ft²
Avg Lot Size
$2K–$2K
Est. Monthly Rent
Under NYC Local Laws 126 & 127 (City of Yes for Housing Opportunity), homeowners in eligible zoning districts can add an accessory dwelling unit to their property.
6.5% of New Brighton properties qualify
Based on property data, here are the ADU types that New Brighton homeowners can build.
Convert existing basement or interior space into a self-contained dwelling unit with separate entrance, kitchen, bathroom, and sleeping area.
Build a new ADU attached to the existing home -- such as a side or rear addition. Shares at least one wall with the primary structure.
Construct a standalone cottage in the rear yard. Up to 800 sq ft under NYC rules. Requires sufficient lot area and setbacks.
Estimated costs and rental income based on real data from eligible properties in New Brighton.
$100,000 – $250,000
Est. Construction Cost
$1,500 – $2,200/mo
Est. Monthly Rent
$22,200/yr
Est. Annual Income
Estimates are based on aggregate data from eligible properties in New Brighton. Actual costs vary by ADU type, size, site conditions, and finishes. Using HPD pre-approved plans can save $15,000–$40,000 on design costs.
Up to $395,000 in combined loans and grants (including up to $175,000 as a grant) for eligible New Brighton homeowners. Must be owner-occupied, below 165% AMI, and commit to a 10-year rental period.
Based on our analysis of 1,801 properties in New Brighton, Staten Island, 117 are eligible for an ADU under NYC Local Laws 126 & 127. That is a 6.5% eligibility rate. The most common zoning districts are R5, R3A, R2.
Properties in New Brighton are eligible for Basement/Interior Conversion, Attached ADU, Detached Backyard ADU. The best option depends on your lot size (average in New Brighton is 4,454 sq ft), existing structures, and budget. Use our eligibility checker for a personalized assessment.
Based on eligible properties in New Brighton, estimated ADU construction costs range from $100,000 to $250,000. Actual costs depend on the ADU type, size, site conditions, and finishes. Using HPD pre-approved plans can save $15,000-$40,000 on design costs.
ADUs in New Brighton, Staten Island can generate an estimated $1,500 to $2,200 per month in rental income. At $1,850 per month, that is approximately $22,200 per year in gross rental income.
Yes. The Plus One ADU Program offers up to $395,000 in combined loans and grants (including up to $175,000 as a grant) for eligible homeowners in New Brighton and all NYC neighborhoods. You must be owner-occupied, below 165% AMI, and commit to a 10-year rental period. Applications are open until June 12, 2026.
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