We Design & Build Garden Suites

Take advantage of the new Toronto Garden Suite by-laws. Design and build a single storey garden suite for personal use or extra income.

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Build A Garden Suite

2×2 Construction is the right choice if you are looking for a Toronto contractor to build your garden suite. To ensure that your project is on schedule and within budget, you should work with the most experienced and trusted Toronto garden suite contractor.

Toronto homeowners are looking for an affordable alternative to a home addition and garden suites provide an alternative cost-effective option. Garden suites are detached from the main home and can be used for extra living space for relatives or as rental unit.

Contact one of our dedicated account mangers to discuss your needs.

What is a garden suite?

Garden suites are separate dwellings located behind the principal residence. A garden suite is a housing unit that integrates seamlessly into an existing residential area. These units are small-scale housing units and can be used to address growing housing market problems.

Other names for garden suites are granny flat, coachhouse, and tiny home. This law, which was recently passed in Toronto, allows the construction and use garden suites on existing properties that don’t abut a laneway.

Discover The Garden Suite Requirements

The following are a list of eligibility requirements in order to build a garden suite.

45-meter distance between the entrance and public street.
1.0 to 2.1-meter vertical clearance from the public street.
Side yards have to meet a minimum of 0.6 meters and 10% of the lot frontage and a maximum of 3.0 meters.

For a full list and for more information, check out our Garden Suite FAQs.

Garden Suite Tips & Trends

Before getting started on your project, take some time to read our helpful articles regarding Toronto garden suites.

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Why Choose 2x2 Construction

We offer 5-star service to home owners in Toronto & GTA. Let our team of educated professionals help you with your next project! Learn more about us.

Qualified Experts

With over 50 years in the building & renovating industry, we are equipped with the tools required to complete your project on time, to code and on budget!

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With the assistance of our world class project management software, you will always be just a click away from watching your projects progression in real time views.

Quality Craftsmanship

We pride ourselves on the quality of our craftsmanship and our attention to detail. Your home is our home.

Competitive Rates

Our competitive rates always fall in-line with the industry standard, but our work is a cut above the competition.

Professional Trades

We use a combination of in house and outbound professional trades, including licensed electricians, plumbers and HVAC installers.

Special Offer

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2×2 Construction offers 5-star service to home owners in Toronto & GTA. Let our team of educated professionals help you with your next project! Learn more about us.