SECOND UNIT · BASEMENT LEGALIZATION
Legal Second Units & Basement Apartments
Turn an existing basement into a separate residential unit, subject to zoning, Ontario Building Code, safety standards and municipal approval.
Make your basement work harder
We support homeowners from preliminary feasibility through permit documentation and renovation.
- Basement apartment feasibility review
- Permit drawings and application coordination
- Separate entrance and egress planning
- Fire and sound separation upgrades
- Kitchens, bathrooms, plumbing and electrical coordination
- Inspections and close-out support
OUR PROCESS
From first conversation to completion
01 · Assessment
Review your property, goals and existing conditions.
02 · Design
Develop a layout and project scope suitable for permit review.
03 · Permits
Prepare applications and coordinate as required by the municipality.
04 · Construction
Carry out the approved work and coordinate required inspections.
Is your basement eligible?
Tell us where the property is located and how the space is currently used. Final eligibility and approvals are determined by the municipality.