DESIGN · BUILD · SINCE 1988
Garden Suites
The Smartest Square Footage You'll Ever Add
A garden suite is a self-contained residential unit built in the rear yard of an existing property. Sometimes called a laneway house, backyard house, or accessory dwelling unit (ADU), garden suites are fully independent homes with their own entrance, kitchen, bathroom, and living space.
In 2022, the City of Toronto amended its zoning bylaws to permit garden suites on most residential properties city-wide. This means homeowners can now build a secondary dwelling in their backyard without requiring a rezoning application or minor variance.
Rental Income
Generate steady revenue from your existing property
Multi-Generational Living
Keep family close while maintaining independence
Property Value
Increase the value of your property with a second unit
Aging in Place
An accessible, ground-level home for every stage of life
Free Resource · 2026 Planning Guide
Everything you should know before you sign a contract.
A no-fluff guide to Toronto's 2022 bylaw, the 2023 EHON updates, realistic timelines, and the seven questions that separate a real garden suite specialist from a builder who is learning on your dime.
- The 2022 bylaw + 2023 EHON changes, explained plainly
- How to check if your specific lot qualifies (with city data)
- Realistic permit, design, and build timelines
- 7 questions to ask every builder before signing
- Red flags that predict problem projects
Your Options
Choose Your Configuration
1-Story (4–6 Months)
2-Story (6–9 Months)
Studio / 1-Bedroom
Not sure which option fits your property?
Take the 2-minute Property Assessment and get personalized recommendations.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Areas We Serve
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