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Calgary Backyard Suite Zoning & Permits: What You Need to Know

Calgary Backyard Suite Zoning & Permits: What You Need to Know

by Brent Ellergodt | Oct 10, 2025 | Backyard Suite

Backyard suites can be a great addition to your home, bringing in additional rental income or providing independent living spaces for family members.  Is a backyard suite allowed on your property, though? That’s determined by the City of Calgary backyard suite...
5 Backyard Suite Features to Consider for Your Design

5 Backyard Suite Features to Consider for Your Design

by Brent Ellergodt | Oct 10, 2025 | Backyard Suite

Backyard suites, also called garden suites or laneway homes, are increasingly appealing to homeowners. Not only can they provide independent living spaces for family members, whether that’s kids who are becoming young adults and need more independence or elderly...
Backyard Suite Design Ideas to Meet Multiple Scenarios

Backyard Suite Design Ideas to Meet Multiple Scenarios

by Brent Ellergodt | Jul 21, 2025 | Backyard Suite, Home Design

Every backyard suite in Calgary will be a little different, and not just because the specifics of your property dictate what is possible. There are many reasons why homeowners are considering adding backyard suites, from the possibility of bringing in additional...
Renovation Ideas to Increase Your Home’s Value

Renovation Ideas to Increase Your Home’s Value

by Brent Ellergodt | Apr 17, 2025 | Backyard Suite, Renovations

Whether you’ve owned a home for years or have just bought one, renovating comes with plenty of benefits. From delivering more bespoke living to increasing home value in Calgary, renovations can boost your home’s curb appeal and make it more functional and comfortable....
Zoning Rules for Home Renovations in Calgary

Zoning Rules for Home Renovations in Calgary

by Brent Ellergodt | Apr 3, 2025 | Backyard Suite, Renovations

Calgary’s zoning bylaws are essential to the way the city functions. They maintain the aesthetic integrity of residential neighbourhoods across the city and divide Calgary into residential, commercial, and industrial zones, among other things. They can also impact...

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