Backyard & Garage Suites

Income Suite
For Investors

Maximize ROI

Generate $1,800+/month with a high-yield backyard rental suite.

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Lifestyle Suite
For Homeowners

Extend Your Living

Premium guest suites and garden studios for family or personal use.

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Passive Income ($1,800+)

With current Calgary rental rates, a 1-bedroom suite in neighbourhoods like Killarney or Altadore can generate $1,800 - $2,200+ per month, significantly subsidizing your main mortgage.

Up to $10k in Grants

We help you navigate the City of Calgary's Secondary Suite Incentive Program (HAF) to potentially qualify for up to $10,000 in government grants for safety and energy upgrades.

Property Value Increase

A legal, permitted garage suite significantly increases resale value. It adds finished square footage and a revenue stream without sacrificing your main living space.

Overview

About This Service

Garage Suites: Maximizing Your Lot

Backyard suites—widely known in Calgary as Garage Suites, Garden Suites, or Laneway Houses—are self-contained living units located on the same lot as a detached house. Most commonly built above a detached garage, they maximize land use without compromising your backyard garden space.

At JUST PEAC HOMES, we specialize in high-performance custom suites that feel like luxury apartments, not "granny flats." We prioritize privacy, placing windows strategically to avoid overlooking neighbors while capturing natural light.

The "Hidden Density" & Grants Solution

Whether you want to generate rental income or provide a home for aging parents, the financial case is stronger than ever. The City of Calgary currently offers a Secondary Suite Incentive Program, providing up to $10,000 in qualifying grants. We guide you through the eligibility requirements as part of our design process.

Our End-to-End Service

Building a garage suite involves complex logistics, from utility trenching to frost-protected foundations. We manage it all:

  • Feasibility Analysis (Zoning R-C1, R-C2, R-CG)
  • Electrical Load Assessment (100A vs 200A)
  • ENMAX & City Permit Coordination
  • Custom Design & Full Construction

Project Gallery

Explore our recent work and craftsmanship.

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Common Questions

Yes, a Development Permit (DP) and Building Permit (BP) are required. Since 2021, rules have been relaxed (e.g., removing council approval for many R-C1/R-C2 lots). We handle the entire process, including the specific rules for "Class 1" (contextual) vs "Class 2" (discretionary) suites.
Costs typically range from $250,000 to $400,000+. This "Transparent Pricing" includes the most complex variables: utility trenching, ENMAX coordination, and high-quality finishing. Beware of lower quotes that often exclude these essential site costs.
Construction typically takes 5-7 months after permits are approved. While we aim for speed, we build realistic schedules that account for City inspections and utility queues (ENMAX). Prefabricated elements can sometimes accelerate this timeline.
It depends. Garage suites require their own sub-panel. We assess early on if your main house has a 100 Amp or 200 Amp service to determine if a service upgrade is needed—a critical step often missed in initial estimates.

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