What does it mean?
With the More Homes Built Faster Act, up to three residential units are permitted “as of right” on most land zoned for one home in residential areas without needing a municipal by-law amendment.
Key Points
- This will allow homeowners and landlords the ability to add an additional 1-2 units for rental or owner-occupied purposes.
- Minimum floor areas for each residential unit within the primary or accessory building cannot be imposed and no more than one additional parking space can be required.
- These new units must be compliant with the building code and municipal by-laws.
Important information to know
- The introduction of this initiative will not bypass the minimum building code requirements required for a multi-unit property.
- The three units could all be within the existing residential structure or could take the form of a residence with an in-law or basement suite and a laneway or garden home.
