ADUs & Garden Suites
Maximize your property's potential with Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), whether they're called Garden Suites, Laneway Suites, or Additional Residential Units in your City. Create extra living space to house your family, downsize, or build an income stream — all in your backyard.
Why Build a Garden Suite in the first place?
Smart Investment, Endless Possibilities
Downsize
Downsize to move into a stair-free home while giving your kids a head start.
Retirement Security
Boost your property's livable square footage or your retirement savings.
Multi-generational Living
Provide quality, independent living space for aging relatives or adult children.
Generate Income
Create a revenue stream to increase cash flow.
Garden Suites are more than homes, they're a smart step toward retirement comfort and long-term financial security.
Paths to Garden Suite Development
Pick An Approach That Fits Your Needs
From compact studios to spacious two-storey homes, we offer a range of approaches to Garden Suites that suits your needs, budget, and property layout.
Tailored to Your Vision
Custom Garden Suite
Work with our design team to create a completely custom Garden Suite that aligns with your vision, home character, property layout, and requirements. Custom Garden Suites are designed from the ground up to maximize functionality, complement your main home, and balance costs.
Fully personalized floor plans and layouts
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Select exterior finishes to match your main home
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Flexible sizing and geometry from 400 to 1,200+ square feet​
Design Packages Starting At
$12,900
Fully customizable
Modern & Efficient
Loft Style Garden Suite
Embrace contemporary design with a loft-style Garden Suite featuring high ceilings, open-concept layouts, and abundant natural light. Perfect for modern living with a minimalist aesthetic and efficient use of space.
Create soaring ceilings of 12+ feet high
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Open-concept living with flexible sleeping configurations
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Large windows and abundant natural light​
Ground Floor Living
1-Storey Garden Suite
Our one-storey Garden Suites offer single-level living with functional layouts perfect for seniors and can be modified for individuals with mobility considerations.
Senior-friendly with no stairs
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1-2 bedroom configurations available for modification
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Full kitchen, bathroom, and liviing areas​
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Typically 400 to 645 square feet
Ideal For
Rental
Maximize Living Space
Up to
3 Bedrooms
2-Storey Garden Suites
Maximize your property's buildable footprint with an As-Of-Right two-storey Garden Suite that provides additional living space while respecting your backyard. Perfect for young families or generating premium rental income with multi-bedroom configurations and separate levels.
2 to 3 bedroom layouts with ample living space
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Separate living and sleeping levels for a traditional home feel
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800 to 1,245 square feet of living area​
Seamless From Start to Finish
Our Garden Suite Process
Building your dream Garden Suite is hassle-free with TurnKey. Our team and partnerships are suited to handle every detail from initial design to final inspection, ensuring a smooth experience.
Consultation & Site Assessment
We visit your property to assess feasibility, discuss your goals, review zoning requirements, and initial spatial opportunities.
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Design Development
Our design professionals prepare comprehensive documentation to fit your design path (Custom Garden Suite, TurnKey Garden Suite, or Pre-Approved City Suite).
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Permits & Approvals
We submit permit applications to municipal agencies and building departments, addressing any examiner comments required to obtain your permits / approvals.
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Construction Updates
While skilled trades bring your vision to life, we manage requests for information and conduct necesary site visits.
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Typical Project Timeline
Garden Suites can be completed in 7 - 10 months from initial consultation to move-in ready.
Planning & Design
5-9 weeks
Permits & Approvals
8-12 weeks
Construction
24-32 weeks
Inspections & Handover
2-4 weeks
Garden Suite Design Packages
View packages to determine which best fits your needs.
Essential
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$3,500 deposit
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Bi-weekly meetings
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Pre-design
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Builder insight
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Design development – designer
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Structural Design
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Building permit submission
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Building permit coordination
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HVAC design coordination
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Construction site visits (4)
$12,900*​
per property
Standard
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$3,000 deposit
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Weekly meetings
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Geotechnical review
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Pre-design
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Builder insight
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Design development – designer + licensed architect review
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Basic architectural rendering package
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Revisions (2)
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HVAC Design
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Grading Design
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Structural Design
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Building permit submission
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Building permit coordination
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3-Tier finish & fixture selection
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Regular construction site visits
$15,900*​
per property
Deluxe
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$2,000 deposit
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On-demand meetings
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Financing assessment
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Geotechnical review
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Pre-design
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Builder insight
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Design development – licensed architect
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Full architectural rendering package
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Revisions (3)
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Hybrid build method analysis
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Interior design consultation
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Green design consultation
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​Exclusive furniture discounts (RoveConcepts)
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HVAC Design
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Grading Design
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Structural Design
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Building permit submission
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Building permit coordination
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Curated finish and fixture selection
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Millwork design & coordination
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Regular construction site visits
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Commitment to general review
$23,900*​
per property
*HST not included.
Compare Project Characteristics
Find the Right Fit for Your Property
Feature
Custom Suite
Loft Style Suite
1-Storey Suite
2-Storey Suite
Square Footage
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Bedrooms
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Price Estimate
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Best For
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Build Time