What Are Coach Houses?
Coach Houses, also termed Secondary Dwelling Units, are a form of infill housing on existing residential lots. In other words, Coach Houses are stand-alone units with facilities (kitchen, washroom) that are located on the rear or side yard of an existing residential house. Other names for Coach houses include Granny Flats, Backyard Homes, Garden Suites and Guest Houses. These houses can be used for multiple purposes such as an apartment for family members; as a source of additional income; for a 'Man Cave' or 'She Shed'; or even simply a garage.
Following amendments in the Province's Strong Communities Through Affordable Housing Act, 2011, The City of Ottawa recently approved secondary dwelling units on existing detached, semi-detached and townhouse dwelling units. With the new zoning by law amendments, you may be eligible to construct a Coach House on your property.
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Give us a shout! The City of Ottawa has also put together a guidance document to help you determine your eligibility for a secondary home on your property. The link to the document is found below for your convenience:
Why Build a Coach House?
Are you looking to maximize income on your property?
Do you want to downsize without leaving the property?
Are your kids all grown up and still living with you, or your parents want to be close?
Do you want a getaway without leaving home?
If you said yes to any one of the above questions, building a coach house on your property may be the right step for you.
Our knowledgeable and friendly staff can help you take the next steps towards building your Coach House. With our professional experience in construction, we can help you through the complexities associated with obtaining a building permit, designing the home, connecting utilities, to the final stages of the construction process. Simply contact us for more information, to meet our team and to get a free estimate.
