What is shared and what stays private?
Discuss entrances, kitchens, garden, storage and visitors. Then draw the connection between the living spaces. Acoustic privacy, lockable access and private outdoor space may matter more than a few extra square metres.
Have the residential arrangement assessed first
The term multigenerational home does not establish permission for two independent dwellings on one plot. Have the use and layout assessed by the municipality. A care-related arrangement is a different starting point and needs its own assessment.
Allow for later changes
Record agreements about use and costs separately. Explore how the layout works if household composition changes. The extension calculator supports initial space planning; two complete households require a separate design and quotation.
| Element | What to consider |
|---|---|
| Connection | Choose shared or separate access deliberately. |
| Facilities | Define which kitchen, meters and outdoor areas are shared. |
Agree what is shared and what stays independent
Discuss entrances, garden, parking, visitors and maintenance with all occupants. Record shared spaces and services. A design may resemble two homes without permission for two independent dwellings. Have the proposed use assessed before basing occupancy or ownership arrangements on the plan alone.
Sources for your location
Check the possibilities for your address in the official Dutch Environment Portal. The articles offer general preparation, not a planning decision.
Permit check at the Dutch Omgevingsloket ↗