Building a MicroStudio with my spare room.... Maybe
Hi all,
I’ve got an empty bedroom that’s been sitting unused, and I’m planning to convert it into a private micro-studio by closing off the interior door and adding an exterior entrance. This room shares a wall with my existing bathroom, so I’m looking into adding a small shower, sink, and toilet along that shared wall.
I’ve handled plenty of DIY work over the years—everything from toilets and tile to drywall and flooring—so most of the construction is well within my skill set. That said, I’d love input on key considerations for a project like this, especially around plumbing layout and drainage, since that’s the only piece I haven’t tackled on this scale.
The good news: all the plumbing is already along the shared wall, and I’ll be doing the majority—if not all—of the work myself. Just looking for advice on potential challenges or things to plan for before I dive in.
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As a rental unit to a friend, family member or tenant, passive income, it's just wasted space as of now. Basically renting a room, but going a step further by making it a little studio that's more private for them and myself.
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Have a set of plans drawn up. That's your best starting point. It's a straightforward guide to any renovation, regardless of its size. From your post, you might be able to follow the same, if not a slightly different, footprint.
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Check your local zoning before going very far… may be restrictions on rental apartments and the like.
Br. Jamie, osb
Building superintendent/caretaker, 7200 sq. ft. historic house museum with dependencies in New England0 -
I think mist cities refer you to them as ADUs
Accessory Dwelling units. We are in the process of turning our shop into a unit for our retirement
Our city welcomes them due to the housing shortage,To keep it legal maybe look into a building permit
Bob "hot rod" Rohr
trainer for Caleffi NA
Living the hydronic dream0 -
Is this the shop where you just added the A2WHP?
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