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Adding a legal secondary dwelling unit in Ottawa
Permits, zoning and due diligence to consider before renovating or selling.
Confirm feasibility first
Additional dwelling units must meet applicable zoning, building and fire requirements. Before design work begins, confirm the rules for the specific address with the City and qualified professionals.
Keep a complete permit record
Permits, inspections and professional documentation can be important when you later sell or refinance. Never market a unit as legal without verifying its status.