Legal Basements

A legal basement apartment is a complete Additional Residential Unit project, not simply a finished room with a kitchen. The property, proposed layout, construction details, inspections and registration all need to align.

Choose the Right Legal Basement Path

Start with the current condition of the property and the outcome you need.

The Complete Legal Basement Journey

1. Assess the propertyReview use, building type, existing conditions and available records.
2. Develop the designCreate a coordinated layout and the required permit documentation.
3. Apply before constructionSubmit the appropriate applications and respond to review comments.
4. Complete approved workCoordinate structure, fire protection, building systems and finishing.
5. Pass required inspectionsMake work accessible at the correct stages and correct deficiencies.
6. Finish registration and licensingComplete City registration and rental operating requirements when applicable.

Request a Legal Basement Assessment

Tell us whether the basement is unfinished, already completed or currently rented, and share the type of help you need.

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What do you need help with? *--- Select Choice ---Build a new legal basement apartmentLegalize an existing basementComplete basement renovationFinish an unfinished basementPermit drawings or building permitSeparate basement entranceEgress or basement windowsFire separation or safety upgradesBasement kitchen or bathroomPlumbing, HVAC, or electrical workWaterproofing or moisture repairsInspections or deficiency correctionsARU registration or rental licensingNot sure, I need an assessmentOther

Current basement condition *--- Select Choice ---UnfinishedPartially finishedFully finishedCurrently under constructionNot sure

Is the basement currently rented? *--- Select Choice ---No, it is not currently occupied as a separate unitYes, a tenant currently lives thereIt is occupied by family as a separate unitIt is vacant but was previously rentedNot sure

Drawings and permit status *--- Select Choice ---No drawings or permitsDrawings have been preparedPermit application has been submittedBuilding permit has been issuedPrevious permits may existI have received inspection comments or deficienciesNot sure

Is there a separate entrance? *--- Select Choice ---Yes, there is an exterior entranceThere is only a shared or interior entranceNo separate entranceAn entrance is currently being constructedNot sure

Have you received a notice? *--- Select Choice ---NoYes, from the City of BramptonYes, from the Fire DepartmentYes, an inspection deficiency or permit issueNot sure

Property address, nearest intersection, or postal code *

The property should be located in Brampton or the surrounding area.

When would you like to begin? *--- Select Choice ---Immediately or addressing a current noticeWithin 30 daysWithin 1 to 3 monthsWithin 3 to 6 monthsWithin 6 to 12 monthsI am researching and planningNot sure

BudgetUnder $25,000$25,000-$49,999$50,000-$74,999$75,000-$99,999$100,000-$149,999$150,000+Need help determining a budgetPrefer not to say

Tell us about your basement project *

Describe what exists today, what you want completed, and any tenant, entrance, permit, inspection, moisture, or deadline concerns.

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