lisäasunto
A lisäasunto, translating to "additional dwelling unit" or "accessory dwelling unit" (ADU) in English, refers to a secondary housing unit on a single-family residential lot. These units are self-contained, offering independent living facilities such as a kitchen, bathroom, and sleeping area. Lisäasunnot can be attached to an existing home, such as a basement or attic conversion, or be a detached structure on the same property, like a backyard cottage.
The purpose of a lisäasunto is often to increase housing density within existing neighborhoods without altering
In Finland, the term lisäasunto is increasingly relevant as urban areas face housing shortages and a desire