YES, most Toronto homeowners can now take advantage of new CMHC rules to finance the entire cost of their laneway house or garden suite. Come…
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Door prize winners from our September 10th info session and social
Jays game tickets – September 26th: Rami M. Ora R. Oliver W. Maple Leafs tickets (2026 game): James T. Coffee makers: Loris G. Dan G.…
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NEW: changes coming soon to Toronto garden suites program
On July 15, 2025, Toronto’s Planning and Housing Committee ratified most recommendations of a garden suite review report, and it is expected the full council…
Comments closedToronto needs more housing. Are garden suites a potential solution?
Experts applaud city’s move to make building them easier, but remain skeptical CBC News: The City of Toronto is hoping new measures to cut design…
Comments closedToronto Releases Free Pre-Approved Garden, Laneway Suite Plans – and they are terrible
Here is the good news: Toronto Releases Free Pre-Approved Garden, Laneway Suite Plans In combination with self-service submissions and an expanded engineers seal…
Comments closedOn housing, Toronto fails a crucial test
From the Globe and Mail: Toronto City Council had a chance this week to take a clear, practical step toward solving its housing crisis. Surprise:…
Comments closedToronto city council OKs sixplex legalization for city core
Toronto city council waters down proposed sixplex legalization, limiting changes to certain neighbourhoods The push for sixplexes citywide is tied to $471 million in federal…
Comments closedHow much does a garden suite or laneway house cost?
2018 2019 2020 2021 $550,000 – 1,470 sq. ft. two-storey laneway house with garage – $374 per sq. ft. $330,000 – two-storey laneway house with…
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24 Toronto listings TODAY that mention 4-plex (and garden suite!) opportunities: 519 Glencairn Avenue – $1 309 Morningside Avenue – $939,000 853 Brimorton Drive –…
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