🏠 Secondary Suites
January 22, 2026 · 2 mins min read
What are the Common Types of ADUs
- Basement Suites: Often referred to as "second suites" or "basement apartments," these are the most common form of ADU in the GTA and Simcoe County.
- Garden Suites: Detached units located in the rear yard of a property. These have gained significant traction in 2026 due to provincial "Gentle Density" mandates.
- Garage Conversions: Transforming a detached or attached garage into a habitable living space, which often includes a kitchen, bathroom, and separate entrance.
- Laneway Houses: Small dwellings built facing a back lane or alleyway, common in denser urban areas like Toronto
