Legal Rental Units
Convert your basement into a legal, income-generating rental unit. We handle all aspects from design to final inspection, ensuring full compliance with Ottawa's rental unit requirements.
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70% Average ROI
$1,500-2,500 Monthly Rental Income
3-5 Years Typical Payback Period
What's Included
✓Legal compliance assessment
✓Separate entrance construction
✓Full kitchen and bathroom
✓Fire and safety code compliance
✓Egress window installation
✓Sound insulation
✓All permits and inspections
✓Landlord-ready finishes
Legal Requirements for Ottawa Rental Units
To create a legal basement apartment in Ottawa, your unit must meet these requirements:
- Ceiling Height: Minimum 6'5" (1.95m) for habitable rooms
- Egress: Code-compliant emergency exit window in each bedroom
- Fire Separation: Minimum 45-minute fire separation between units
- Smoke/CO Alarms: Interconnected alarms on each level
- Separate Entrance: Required for rental units
- Electrical: Separate panel or sub-panel for the unit
- Permits: Building permit and final inspection required
We ensure your rental unit meets all Ontario Building Code and Ottawa bylaw requirements.
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