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Secondary condary Sui uite tes Pu Public lic Inf nforma

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February 2018

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Welcome come and d Intr troduct

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• Leo DeLoyde, DeLoyde Development Solutions
• City representatives

This presentation is to be read as a whole, is provided for informational purposes only and does not necessarily include all required

• information. The City of Vaughan provides this information without warranties or representations of any kind, either expressed or implied, and

assumes no responsibility for any consequence arising from the use of the information provided. Any reliance or action taken based on the information provided is the responsibility of the user. Readers are advised to consult appropriate professional resources to determine what is safe and suitable in their particular case. Note: information, requirements or regulations can change without notice.

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Topics ics Cover ered ed

What is a secondary suite? 1. Eligible properties 2. How to apply for a secondary suite 3. Construction and inspection 4. Existing secondary suites 5. Vaughan is ready with resources to assist you 6. Frequently asked questions 7. Contact information 8. Questions? 9.

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Wh What t is a sec econdary ndary suite te?

• A secondary suite is a self-contained unit within a house

that has its own kitchen, bathroom facilities and separate entrance

• Secondary suites are an affordable housing option

provided the units are constructed and operated safely

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Example mple of a sec econdary ndary suite te - lo lower er le level el

Note: Maximum of 45% of gross floor area of house

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Example mple of a sec econdary ndary suite te – up upper per le level el

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Eligible le proper

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Zoning By-law 1-88 has been amended to permit secondary suites in single detached houses, semi- detached houses and street townhouses subject to specific development standards including: minimum lot frontage

• minimum parking requirements
• ther development requirements

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New w single le fami amily y house ses

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Existi ting ng single e famil mily y detac tached hed houses es

Source: Point 2 Homes

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Semi-detac detached hed ho hous uses es

Source: Zolo.ca

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Stree eet t townh nhou

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Source: Rew.ca

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Lot characteris acteristic tics

• The lot must have a minimum frontage of nine metres
• A secondary suite may occupy up to 45 per cent of the

total gross floor area (GFA) of the dwelling, but not be less than 35 square metres in floor area

• Only one secondary suite unit is allowed in each eligible

house

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Parking ng

• Minimum of 3 parking spaces are required on the lot to

ensure sufficient parking is available to accommodate the main dwelling and the secondary suite

• Parking spaces must be located on a properly surfaced

driveway or in a garage or carport

• On-street parking spaces do not qualify as required

parking

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Separ parate te suite te entrances ances

• Suites must be accessed through a separate entrance

located on the side wall or rear wall of a dwelling or through a common indoor vestibule

• A new entrance to a secondary suite cannot be located
• n the same wall/façade as the entrance to the main

dwelling

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Secondary suites are NOT permitted:

• in an attached or detached garage
• in a separate building on the property
• in dwellings used for a:

– home occupation

• private home tutor

– private home daycare

• bed and breakfast

– correctional or crisis care group home

• within the Woodbridge Special Policy Area
• within a floodplain
• in apartment buildings or condominiums
• in stacked and block townhomes
• in office, retail, industrial or mixed-use properties

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So you wish to renovate to accommodate a secondary suite – a building permit is required.

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A buildi ding g permi rmit t ensu sures es minimum m heal alth th and d saf afety ety requir quirement ements s such as:

• Working smoke alarms within each dwelling unit

– New smoke alarms to be located within each new bedroom and

• utside all sleeping areas

– New smoke alarms to have a visual component (strobe light) – New smoke alarms to be connected to each other so that when

• ne alarm sounds they all do (within the dwelling unit and under

certain circumstances within the entire building)

• Working smoke alarms within the entire building

– Be located on every floor in each unit and common areas – Existing smoke alarms may not require a strobe light – Other conditions may apply

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Sample ple healt alth and saf afety ety requ quirements ements conti tinued ued

• Carbon monoxide alarms must be installed outside all

sleeping areas in each dwelling unit

• Proper fire separation between the secondary suite,

primary dwelling and common areas

• Safe exits in case of emergency
• Minimum room sizes and clear ceiling heights
• Minimum amount of natural light
• Provide access to laundry facilities

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How to apply for a permit for a secondary suite?

• Construction plans are required for review and

inspections

• Although the Ontario Building Code allows homeowners

to design their own buildings and alternations, it is STRONGLY recommended that you employ the services

• f a qualified designer, engineer or architect. Most

delays in obtaining a building permit result from unacceptable or inadequate drawings

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Drawi wing ng requ quir ireme ements nts

• Two sets of construction drawings must be provided
• All drawings must be provided on standard-sized sheets

to a minimum scale of 1:75 or 3/16ths equals one foot

• Drawings must be fully dimensioned, signed and dated,

and include:

– site plan, including setback dimensions to property lines, entrance locations, hard landscaping (a survey will assist) – existing/proposed floor plans (all floors) – sections, elevations and construction details – proposed fire separation locations and specifications – heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) information – other items as may become applicable

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Renovator tors s and d contr tracto actors

• All renovators and contractors must have a City of

Vaughan business licence to work in Vaughan

• Homeowners have the right and are encouraged to ask if

a renovator/contractor is licensed or contact the City to verify licence status before hiring them

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Insp spect ections

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Under the

• Ontario Building Code, the person who is

issued a permit is required to provide notification to the Building Standards department when various stages of construction are ready to be inspected. Typical Inspections:

plumbing – ̶ insulation structural framing and – ̶ final interior HVAC rough-in ̶ final exterior

(Note: inspections as required depending on construction. Further inspections are required if exterior construction or foundation work is proposed.)

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Schedu eduling ng an inspe pecti ction

• To book an inspection, contact Building Standards –

Inspections

• The following information is needed when requesting an

inspection:

– building permit number – municipal street address of project – type of inspection being requested – preferred inspection date – contact name and telephone number of the person meeting the inspector on-site for the inspection

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Wh What t happens ppens if the proper

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ty has s an exis isti ting ng sec econdary ndary suit ite? e?

• That depends on date on which the secondary suite was

built and

• whether the City has records of the construction for the

secondary suite

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Suites es built t or propose

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d after ter July ly 14, 4, 199 994

• Submit a building permit application, including

construction plans, to the Building Standards department

• A qualified designer, architect or professional engineer

can assist you with the plans and ensure it meets all technical requirements

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Suites built on or before July 14, 1994

• Contact Vaughan Fire and Rescue Service to arrange for

a fire code inspection to ensure the suite complies with the Ontario Fire Code and to identify any required upgrades

• If upgrades to the unit are required, a building permit

must be obtained to demonstrate compliance with the Ontario Fire Code

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Vaug aughan han is r ready ady

• Citizens and builders will be able to navigate secondary

suite approval processes efficiently

• Front-line customer service staff and designated

approval professionals are ready to serve you

• No special fees are required other than regular building

permit fees

• No registration procedures are required

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Reso sour urces ces to assi sist st you

• Vaughan.ca provides information about creating safe,

code compliant and liveable secondary suites

• Secondary Suites Pamphlet
• Ontario Building Code
• Ontario Fire Code

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Freq equent uently y asked ed ques estio tions ns

Does the City provide information about contractors? 1. Where can I find this information?

The City of Vaughan requires all

• renovators and contractors to

have a City of Vaughan business license to work in Vaughan. For information regarding hiring a licensed contractor,

• homeowners should contact Access Vaughan at 905-832-2281.

What is the cost? 2.

Building permit costs (including inspections during construction)

• from the City are the same as if you were adding or finishing

interior space. No special fees. No development charge fees. Construction costs vary with complexity of construction. You are

• encouraged to receive multiple quotations.

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• 3. Will my property assessment increase?
• The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC)

establishes assessments for property assessment purposes. Contact the MPAC for any inquiries.

• 4. What happens if the secondary suite does not comply

with the Zoning By-law?

• The applicant may revise their application to comply with the

Zoning By-law

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• The applicant may apply for a minor variance through the

Committee of Adjustment to request relief from the Zoning By- law (fee applies).

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• 5. What about excessive garbage, vehicles parked on the

street, existing units that may be illegal?

• All properties within the City of Vaughan are subject to the

minimum property standards.

• The City of Vaughan will respond to any public complaints.
• Residents are encouraged to contact Access Vaughan at 905-

832-2281 regarding any inquiries or to file complaints for the concerns to be investigated.

• 6. Can the required parking be on the boulevard?
• No. A minimum of three parking spaces are required within

property boundaries. A survey will assist in ascertaining the location of property boundaries.

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• 7. Can the entire front yard be used for parking?
• No. There are maximum dimensions for driveway widths and

minimum areas for “green” landscaping.

• 8. Is this presentation available on line?
• Yes. The presentation is available at www.vaughan.ca.

Information in the presentation is provided for informational purposes only and does not necessarily include all required information. The City of Vaughan provides this information without warranties or representations of any kind, either expressed or implied, and assumes no responsibility for any consequences arising from the use of the information provided. Any reliance or action taken based on the information provided is the sole responsibility of the user. Readers are advised to consult appropriate professional resources to determine what is safe and suitable in their particular case. Please note that this information is provided for convenience only and is subject to change without notice.

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Building Standards Tel: 905-832-8510 Tel: 905-832-8511 Inspection Services Email: buildingstandards@vaughan.ca Location: City Hall, Level 100 2141 Major Mackenzie Dr. Vaughan, Ontario L6A 1T1​ Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Access Vaughan Tel: 905-832-2281 Vaughan Fire and Rescue Service Tel: 905-832-2281 Email: firerescue@vaughan.ca By-law and Compliance, Licensing and Permit Services Tel: 905-832-2281 Email: bylaw@vaughan.ca

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