Can You Turn a Basement or Garage Into a Legal Rental Unit in Northern Virginia?
Yes. Homeowners in Fairfax, Arlington, and Loudoun Counties can already convert a basement or attached garage into a legal Accessory Living Unit (ALU) that rents for $1,400 to $2,400 a month. A new statewide law, Virginia Senate Bill 531, takes effect July 1, 2027 and… Read More »Can You Turn a Basement or Garage Into a Legal Rental Unit in Northern Virginia?

