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As part of a series of Additional Dwelling Units in the neighborhood, tour participants will tour two ADUs that highlight the potential of old and often forgotten garages that populate the city alleys. As part of the tour, guests will be able to see an ADU from a converted garage that was implemented in the neighborhood, as well as an ADU conversion from a 1940s workshop into a studio.

Tour attendees should expect a small walk between ADUs, with ADA accessible public sidewalks). Bicycles (and dogs!) are welcome as well.

Learning Objectives:

• Participants will be able to discover the potential of abandoned garages that populate Washington DC alleys.
• Participants will learn construction challenges that arise from converting structures originally built in the early 20th century.
• Participants will become aware of the zoning and building codes that govern existing historical accessory structures.
• Learn strategic design decisions required to implement housing typology from compact existing garages.

Presented by:

Ileana Schinder, AIA LEED Architect