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Legal Basement Apartments Toronto

A legal basement apartment is not a finished rec room with a kitchenette.

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Tell us what you need and we’ll get you a quote. 5.0 on Google · Licensed, insured & WSIB-registered · Workmanship warranty · Free, no-obligation quote & site visit.

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Workmanship warranty, we stand behind our work Licensed, Insured & WSIB-Registered Completed to code & Ontario requirements In-house design team, build by one team Serving the GTA & surrounding area

What GTA homeowners say

5.0 · Verified reviews on Google
S Simon Carrionvia Google
★★★★★
Andare did an amazing job renovating my house, they turned an old and boring basement into a modern and exciting place. Their attention to detail was astounding and I couldn't be happier with the results.
I Isa Siddiquivia Google
★★★★★
Our basement went from an unfinished storage space to a fully functional family room. Amazing transformation, 5 stars, 100% recommend.
R Raymond Gafoovia Google
★★★★★
Fantastic experience with them! The team was professional, attentive, and delivered high-quality work on time and within budget. Highly recommend for anyone building or renovating their home!
L Luka Stankovicvia Google
★★★★★
Andare took our outdated house and turned it into a modern, functional space. The new addition blends seamlessly with the existing structure.
P Paul Robinsonvia Google
★★★★★
The attention to detail is incredible. The Andare team has just finished building my home and I'm absolutely blown away. I've been living in here for just under a month now and I still haven't found a single flaw, you can really see their experience and craftsmanship in every part of the home.
E Emily Carbonel Toothvia Google
★★★★★
Andare delivered excellent quality and great service. The team was professional and made everything easy.
Why Andare Homes

Legal Basement Apartments Toronto, done right

One accountable team

Our in-house design team, permits, and build crew work under one roof, so design intent carries straight through to the finished space.

Built to last

Quality materials and proven detailing chosen for how you live, finished to the Ontario Building Code and built to hold up for the long run.

Quote-ready

Share your plans, photos, or ideas and get a free, no-obligation site visit and estimate with no guesswork.

Code-conscious

Design, permits, and construction handled in accordance with Ontario requirements and your municipality.

Our Process

Our Process

  1. 01 Tell us about your project, your goals, photos, ideas, or plans you already have.
  2. 02 Our in-house design team shapes the design and handles the permits, then we quote and schedule the build.
  3. 03 Our crew builds it, coordinating every trade so the work runs cleanly and on plan.
  4. 04 We finish the space to the Ontario Building Code, hand it over clean, and stand behind it with our 3-year workmanship warranty.
Legal Basement Apartments Toronto being designed and built by Andare Homes
Completed Legal Basement Apartments Toronto, designed and built by Andare Homes
Finished By One Team

Designed and built by one team

Thoughtful design, tight coordination, and a tidy site, with every trade managed in-house from permits through finishing, and built to the Ontario Building Code.

  • Every trade coordinated under one roof
  • Quality work built to last for real life
  • Quote-ready support from design to finish
FAQ

Legal Basement Apartments Toronto FAQ

What makes a basement apartment legal?

A legal basement apartment must satisfy municipal and Ontario requirements for items such as egress, separation, services, safety, permits, and inspections.

Can Andare build a separate entrance?

Often, yes. Feasibility depends on grading, side-yard access, structure, drainage, stairs, and the existing foundation.

Can a low basement become an apartment?

Sometimes. Ceiling height, slab condition, underpinning feasibility, services, windows, and moisture conditions need review before planning a legal suite.

Can the basement apartment be designed for long-term rental use?

For long-term rental use, Andare can plan resilient finishes, useful storage, lighting, acoustic separation, access, and maintenance-friendly details into the suite.

Our Work

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