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Laneway house A laneway house, also known as a detached house, coach house, or garden suite, is a small, self-contained residential unit built on the same property as an existing primary residence. It is typically located in the backyard, adjacent to a public alleyway or lane. Laneway houses are designed to be smaller than the main house, with a separate entrance and can be used as guest houses, rental properties, or even primary residences. Key Characteristics: Detached from the main house Located in the backyard, adjacent to a public alleyway or lane Smaller than the main house Self-contained with its own entrance Can be used as guest houses, rental properties, or primary residences Benefits: Provides additional housing options for families or individuals Can increase property value Offers a new source of rental income Helps to preserve neighborhood character by maintaining existing lot sizes and densities Can be designed to be energy-efficient and environmentally friendly Examples: A 2-storey laneway house with 1 on-grade parking space, having vehicular access from the lane A 940sf laneway house with 1 bedroom, 1.5 bathrooms, and a separate den Notable Developments: The City of Burnaby is considering changes to their zoning bylaws to allow laneway houses across most of the city The City of Toronto has implemented policies to allow laneway suites, providing new rental housing opportunities within established neighborhoods Design and Construction: Lanefab Design/Build is an award-winning residential design and construction company specializing in modern, environmentally efficient laneway houses Smallworks, a pioneer in laneway housing, offers custom design and build services for laneway homes and multiplex projects Resources: Houzz provides photos and ideas for laneway house design and construction Smallworks offers financing options for laneway home projects