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Legal basement apartments in Ontario must meet strict OBC requirements for safety and livability. Turning your basement into a rental...

Detached garage construction in Ontario — permits and planning matter just as much as lumber and nails. When most homeowners in Ontario...

Thinking of adding an ADU in Toronto? Here’s what you need to know before you build. Toronto homeowners are feeling the pressure of...

If you’re planning a renovation, addition, or new build in Ontario, you’ll quickly run into a request from your city or town: “Submit a...

If you live in London, Ontario, you’ve probably heard the buzz around Additional Residential Units (ARUs)  — also called ADUs , secondary...

A backyard suite in Kitchener designed as a legal coach house — these small detached dwellings require a building permit and...

A modern basement apartment in Kitchener with natural light and BCIN-certified drawings — legal secondary suites require a building...

An Order to Comply notice posted for unpermitted renovations in Ontario — a costly risk for homebuyers.” It’s every homeowner’s...

Hand-drawn permit plans often get sent back by the city due to missing details like framing, fire separation, or daylighting...

Fall and winter aren’t just for staying indoors — they can be prime time for home improvement. Whether you’re adding a cozy family room,...

Clean architectural sketch of an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) — the first step to permit approval in Hamilton. As housing costs continue...

Grant and loan programs across Niagara can help homeowners add secondary units affordably. If you're a homeowner in Niagara who missed...

Understanding Hamilton’s building permit process helps homeowners avoid costly delays. What You Need to Know About City of Hamilton...

A backyard deck is one of the most popular home improvement projects in Ontario — but before you start building, there’s one important...

When planning any construction or renovation project in Ontario, understanding the building permit process is essential. Permits ensure...

If you're planning a home renovation or addition in Ontario, you've probably come across the term BCIN . You may have seen it on a city...

Thinking about finishing your basement? This finished basement includes structural changes and plumbing — the kind of renovation that...