Toronto Laneway Suite
By-Laws & Approvals
In the summer of 2018, the City of Toronto officially amended its zoning by-laws to permit laneway housing as-of-right. Before this milestone, building a laneway suite required complex zoning amendments and expensive, time-consuming appeals.
What Are Laneway Suites?
A laneway suite is a custom backyard home built on a lot that backs onto a public alley.
At Kasa Suites, we design these premium detached units as a superior alternative to basement
apartments—providing high-quality living space and excellent rental income without disrupting your main home.
Dormers & Smart Design
In Toronto, roof dormers are a smart way to maximize second-floor space. While they can extend beyond the required angular plane, their total width cannot exceed 30% of the suite’s front main wall (measured at 4.0m above grade). At Kasa Suites, we expertly design dormers that follow these exact rules—adding valuable headroom and natural light to your backyard home without zoning delays.
Unsure if your property qualifies? Contact us for your free property review!
Ready to get started?
If you'd like to work with us, please give us a call or send us an email. We would be happy to meet with you and discuss your ideas for your new laneway suite.
If you'd like to work with us, please give us a call or send us an email. We would be happy to meet with you and discuss your ideas for your new laneway suite.
If you'd like to work with us, please give us a call or send us an email. We would be happy to meet with you and discuss your ideas for your new laneway suite.
If you'd like to work with us, please give us a call or send us an email. We would be happy to meet with you and discuss your ideas for your new laneway suite.
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If you'd like to work with us, please give us a call or send us an email. We would be happy to meet with you and discuss your ideas for your new laneway suite.
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new home — and a new source
of extra income. Our team will take care of the
entire process, and looks forward to hearing
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