ADU Incentive Program

The Massachusetts Housing Partnership is seeking qualified third-party Feasibility Study Providers to assist residential property owners in evaluating the feasibility of constructing an Accessory Dwelling Unit on their property. The goal of the feasibility studies is to provide property owners with a clear understanding of project scope, estimated cost, and feasibility, considering site constraints, zoning requirements, and budget. Selected FSPs will provide MHP with information pertaining to each feasibility study and in return receive $500 for each complete and approved study. • Key components of the feasibility study include: site assessment, zoning review, utility assessment, preliminary design considerations, and budget and cost feasibility analysis. • FSPs will be required to complete a minimum of 50 feasibility studies per year and will be paid $500 for each approved study. • FSPs can elect to charge the homeowner up to an additional $500 for the study, for a total of $1,000 in compensation to the FSP for each approved study. • Proposals must be submitted electronically in PDF format and include all required sections. • The deadline for initial submissions is February 24, 2026, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis through June 30, 2026.