BACKYARD SUITES IN AIRDRIE & CALGARY
WHAT HOMEOWNERS SHOULD KNOW BEFORE BUILDING
Backyard suites are becoming one of the most practical ways homeowners in Airdrie and Calgary are adding value, rental income, and flexible living space to their properties.
However, building a backyard suite is not a simple project. Many homeowners underestimate the planning, zoning, and permitting involved.
A backyard suite is a fully self-contained, detached dwelling built on the same lot as your main home. It typically includes a kitchen, bathroom, living space, and sleeping area.
Because a backyard suite is considered a secondary dwelling, it must meet zoning bylaws, development regulations, and building code requirements.
Before any design or budgeting happens, zoning needs to be confirmed.
Lot size, setbacks, building height, parking requirements, and utility access all determine whether a backyard suite is