Adding a legal basement suite in Burnaby is one of the most effective ways to generate rental income from your existing home. Speera Custom Homes builds basement suites to full BC Building Code standards — with a separate entrance, full kitchen and bathroom, soundproof assemblies, and all required permits handled from start to finish.

Speera Custom Homes builds custom homes, duplexes, and multiplexes across Burnaby, and provides full renovation services for existing homes. We're familiar with Burnaby's R1, R2, and R3 zones and the city's SSMUH implementation.

What We Deliver

Basement Suite in Burnaby

  • Separate private entrance — side entry or grade-level access
  • Full kitchen with custom cabinetry and appliances
  • Full bathroom with quality tile and fixtures
  • Acoustic insulation assemblies between suite and main floor
  • BC Energy Step Code compliant insulation and windows
  • Separate electrical sub-panel, independent metering where required
  • Complete building permit management — development and building permits
Local Knowledge

Basement Suite in Burnaby: What to Know

Under BC's Bill 44 (SSMUH), most Burnaby single-family lots now allow 4–6 units as of right. Burnaby has implemented provincial minimums and allows secondary suites and coach houses on most residential lots.

Burnaby's diverse neighbourhoods — from Capitol Hill to Metrotown — offer strong opportunities for custom home construction, infill development, and whole-home renovation.

We work throughout Burnaby, including: Capitol Hill, Brentwood, Metrotown, Deer Lake, Burnaby Heights, Edmonds, Highgate, Sullivan Heights. View all Burnaby services →

Why Speera

The Speera Difference in Burnaby

Local Expertise

We know Burnaby's zoning bylaws, permit timelines, and local trade networks — which means fewer delays and better results on your project.

Turnkey Construction

One team from design through move-in. We coordinate all trades, manage all permits, and keep you updated — no juggling multiple contractors.

Proven Quality

Our completed projects across Greater Vancouver demonstrate the standard we hold ourselves to on every build and renovation.

FAQ

Basement Suite in Burnaby: Common Questions

Basement suites are permitted in most Burnaby residential zones, subject to zoning bylaws, BC Building Code compliance, and occupancy permits. Requirements vary by municipality. Speera reviews your specific property and confirms what's permitted during a free consultation.

Yes. A basement suite in Burnaby requires a building permit. The permit process covers structural, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, fire separation, and egress requirements. Speera prepares and submits all permit applications for your Burnaby basement suite.

Most basement suite projects in Burnaby take 8–14 weeks from permit approval through final inspection, depending on scope and existing conditions. We provide a project-specific timeline during our free consultation.

A legal Burnaby basement suite requires: a separate entrance, minimum ceiling height (typically 1.95m–2.1m depending on municipality), a full kitchen and bathroom, fire separation assemblies, egress windows in sleeping areas, smoke and CO detectors, and a building permit with final occupancy sign-off. Speera designs and builds to all applicable requirements.

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Add a Legal Basement Suite in Burnaby

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