What is an accessory dwelling unit?

An accessory dwelling unit, also known as granny suite, separate suite, small suite or carriage house, is a smaller house located on the same lot as a single-family dwelling. The building can be purpose built or may be a conversion of/or to an existing garage or accessory building. The maximum permitted size of these units varies across electoral areas.

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1. What is zoning?
2. How do I read a zoning bylaw?
3. What is the Web Map and how do I use it?
4. Can my clients have an accessory dwelling unit?
5. Can my clients have a secondary suite in their home?
6. What is a Riparian Area?
7. What is subdivision?
8. Can my clients subdivide?
9. What is an accessory dwelling unit?
10. What is a secondary suite?
11. What is an Official Community Plan?
12. What is a Development Permit?
13. What is a Development Variance Permit?
14. What is an Official Community Plan (OCP) Amendment?
15. What is a Rezoning Application?
16. Can my clients have an Air B&B?
17. Can my clients cut down a tree (or trees), and do they need a permit?
18. Can my clients have chickens?
19. Can my clients live in their RV?
20. How do I know if a property is within the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR)?
21. Can my clients build a 'tiny home'?
22. What is an Easement, Covenant or Statutory Right of Way?