Secondary suites and backyard suites
What is a secondary suite?
A self-contained residence with two or more rooms and includes a kitchen, living, sleeping and sanitary facilities.
All suites must have:
- Bedrooms with proper egress windows
- A separate bathroom
- Separate cooking facilities
- An entrance that is accessible from outside without passing through the main dwelling unit. A shared stairwell is acceptable, but each unit must have a private entrance
Learn more about building, legalizing, and renting secondary suites in Calgary:
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Secondary Suite Incentive Program
The Secondary Suite Incentive Program supports safe housing for all. The program will provide up to $10,000 per qualifying homeowner.
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Make your existing suite legal and registered.
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Review the requirements for suites and learn how to apply.
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Review the requirements for backyard suites and learn how to apply.
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Learn more about permit fees and approximate timelines.
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Information for tenants on renting a safe and legal suite.
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Find or verify a legal and safe suite on our map