The laneway craze first started in Vancouver and is now taking over Toronto too. Many people want to build, buy or rent a laneway house. There may be a few people that aren’t for the laneway house movement, however, there are so many benefits that outweigh the downfalls.  Not only are homeowners excited about laneway

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Your garage can be used for anything, from a place to keep your cars, essential storage space, or even a yoga studio. Prefab garage kits give you the option to tailor your garage to fit your specific lifestyle needs at a less expensive price – making them the perfect upcoming spring project!  Here are some

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Laneway suites are becoming more and more appealing for homeowners in Toronto. Not only do they provide additional housing for renters and extra living space for families or guests, but they can offer supplementary income. However, before diving into a new housing project, it’s important to know the overall costs. In Toronto, house prices have

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On November 28th, 2022, the Government of Ontario passed Bill 23, the More Homes Built Faster Act. This Bill allows for homeowners to build a secondary unit on their property within certain areas of Ontario. If you’re considering building an additional structure, make sure to review the following regulations beforehand. What is a secondary unit?

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The permit process can be overwhelming when it comes to prefabs and modular homes. There are many things to take into account including location, your local government regulations and the factory it’s built in. Some prefabs might not even require a permit at all – it depends entirely on your unique situation. However, the more

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