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How to Legalize a Secondary Suite in the Lower Mainland: Complete Guide to Permits, Requirements & Financing
If you're a homeowner in the Lower Mainland thinking about legalizing a secondary suite or building a new one, you're not alone. Secondary suites—basement apartments, in-law suites, garden suites, and laneway homes—are one of the smartest investments you can make in today's housing market. They generate rental income, increase property value, and help address our region's housing shortage. But legalizing a suite involves navigating permits, building codes, plumbing, HVAC, el
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Legal Secondary Suites in the Lower Mainland: Why You Need a One‑Stop Contractor for Plumbing, HVAC, Electrical, and Renovations
If you’re searching for a secondary suite contractor in the Lower Mainland, you’re probably past the “someday” stage and ready to create real rental income from your basement, lower level, or addition. The big question is: who can you trust to handle everything—plumbing, HVAC, electrical, renovations, permits, and inspections—so your suite is fully legal and ready to rent? When you’re investing tens of thousands of dollars, you need it done right the first time. Budget Heatin
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