Frequently asked questions.

Most Toronto lots that back onto a lane (laneway suite) or have side/rear yard space (garden suite) qualify under the city’s as-of-right rules. Our first step is a site assessment to confirm exactly what your lot allows.

Most projects move from signed contract to move-in in about 4–6 months total: permits typically take under 3 months, and once permits are approved we start construction, which runs about 1–3 months depending on your model and site conditions. We’ll confirm your exact schedule after your site assessment.

Yes — as of 2026, Ontario and the federal government offer combined HST relief of up to $130,000 on new or substantially renovated homes (the Enhanced New Housing Rebate plus the Ontario New Home Affordability Payment). A separate rebate stream applies if you plan to rent out your suite, but CRA’s detailed guidance for that rental-property version is still being finalized. Exact eligibility depends on your project’s specifics — we’ll help you confirm what applies during your site assessment.

Everything above grade in a finished, move-in-ready suite: the complete high-performance building envelope (standard metal siding, windows, doors and roof), all interior finishes — kitchen, bathroom, flooring, fixtures and appliances — plus electrical, plumbing, all-electric heat-pump HVAC, project management and final inspections. Architectural design, engineering and permit management are a flat $15,000 + HST design and permit package; city fees and below-grade work (foundation, trenching, utility connections) are itemized separately, in writing, before you sign. Furniture is not included.

Costs that vary lot-by-lot and are quoted separately after we see your property: municipal development and permit fees, utility connection upgrades (hydro, water or sewer service), extensive landscaping, tree removal or fencing, demolition of existing structures, HST where applicable, and optional upgrades from our add-on list — like triple-pane windows, a sliding patio door, Maibec wood siding or in-floor bathroom heating.

With a Site Assessment ($300 + HST, credited to your deposit if you build with us). We visit your property, confirm zoning and servicing, review site access, and come back with a firm, written number for your exact lot — no estimates that grow later, no surprise change orders. Book your site assessment →

Yes — a permitted garden or laneway suite is a self-contained legal dwelling, so it can be rented for $2,000–$4,000+ per month depending on size and finish, adding both income and long-term property value.

Absolutely. Our pre-designed models are the fast path, but every suite can be tailored — and we also build fully bespoke suites to suit your site, style and budget.