Case Studies
Building Requirements
Whatever developments arise regarding laneway suites in Toronto, you can rest assured that we’ll be up to speed and share it with you. As a company with a vested interest in the future of Toronto and the housing crisis we face, we keep updated on all the necessary building requirements of laneway suites.
Design Specifications
Not only does the construction of laneway homes have to adhere to certain specifications, but so does the design. We keep our ears open for the latest developments in construction and design to ensure that you are in the know. Whether it concerns roofing or sewerage, we’ll keep you posted on everything right here.
Laneway Access Specifications
As stated by the City of Toronto, laneway suites have to adhere to specific access specifications. At 21 Inc, we ensure that your property has the potential to include a laneway home. We make it our priority to stay updated with all the latest news and developments, including updated requirements and specifications. We keep our blog updated on a regular basis to ensure our clients have all the facts before building a laneway suite on their property.
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Recent Posts
Case Study: Building a Laneway Home on a Semi-Detached Property
A homeowner in Toronto’s west end wanted to build a laneway suite. They assumed the project was impossible because their home was semi-detached, not a standalone house. They figured laneway homes were only allowed on detached properties. That assumption was... read more
Case Study: Narrow Lot Laneway Home That Almost Didn’t Qualify
Not every Toronto property with laneway access can support a laneway suite. Width matters just as much as having a laneway behind your home. A property owner in Little Italy wanted to add a laneway home for rental income. The lot backed onto a public laneway. Zoning... read more
Case Study: When a Laneway Home Height Triggered a Major Redesign
A property owner in The Annex wanted a two-storey laneway home with plenty of interior height. The architect designed dramatic vaulted ceilings on the ground floor and generous headroom upstairs. The plans looked great. Then the zoning calculations showed the building... read more
Case Study: The Servicing Surprise of Water and Sewer Constraints
A downtown Toronto property had everything going for it. Good laneway access. Proper zoning. Plenty of separation distance. The design cleared the initial review without issues. Then the servicing assessment came back with problems. The existing water and sewer... read more
Case Study: A Laneway Home Blocked by Soft Landscaping Rules
A property owner in Little Portugal had a straightforward laneway home project. The lot qualified. The design met height and separation requirements. The building fit within size limits. Then the application was rejected because there wasn’t enough grass and... read more