Coming Soon to
The RiverFront

JUNE - OCTOBER 2025

Explore a new way to build and live at Omaha’s RiverFront! An award-winning Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) will be on display at The RiverFront this summer, offering a firsthand look at how ADUs can enrich Omaha’s neighborhoods with compact, flexible housing. Stop by to explore the possibilities, gather inspiration, and learn how you can create a new home in your own backyard.

ADU at The RiverFront will be displayed at the 8th Street Plaza at Heartland of America Park, next to the Skate Ribbon.

Under construction now — drop by to watch our progress!

What is an ADU?

Acessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)

A small residence that shares a single-family lot with a larger, primary dwelling with independent living, that is self-contained, with its own kitchen, bathroom, and sleeping area.

Community Compatible

ADUs offer a way to include smaller, affordable homes in established neighborhoods.

Housing For All

ADU’s can adapt for different household types, income levels, employment situations and stages of life.

Just the right size

ADUs generally measure 600 to 1,000 sf and work well for one and two-bedroom homes.

Economical Housing

ADUs can generate rental income.

Good for the environment

ADUs require fewer resources to build and maintain, in turn using significantly less energy for heating and cooling.

Interested in building your own ADU?

Visit the City of Omaha’s ADU Omaha website for a how-to-guide on how to build ADUs in Omaha, and to download a free pre-approved ADU plan.

More ADU Resources

Accessory Dwelling Units Are Revolutionizing
Housing — Here’s What to Know
Better Homes and Gardens
The ABC’s of ADUs
AARP
ADU for U Competition Winners
RL Mace Universal Design Institute

About the Design

ADU at The Riverfront is based off of APMA’s first-place winning design in AARP and the City of Omaha’s ADU for U competition. For more information on the design, visit APMA’s An ADU for U site.

The Floor Plan

The designed drop zone provides an accessible place to sit to put on or remove shoes as well as easy access to jackets.

Deep drawers and pull-out shelving help increase accessibility and reduce risk of injury due to reaching or bending, also creating more functional storage space.

Built-in cabinet storage and wardrobe style closets help reduce the amount of furniture to be moved, allows to keep clothes and items within reasonable reach and decreases cost by reducing the amount of necessary furniture.