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, the city's SSMUH implementation, and its specific multiplex and duplex design requirements — including unit count, parking, and lot coverage rules that vary from neighbouring municipalities.
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
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. The City of Burnaby has updated its zoning bylaw to align with the provincial minimums and continues to permit secondary suites and coach houses on most residential lots, alongside its own multiplex and duplex design guidelines.
Burnaby's diverse neighbourhoods — from Capitol Hill to Metrotown — offer strong opportunities for custom home construction, multiplex and duplex infill development, and whole-home renovation. Burnaby's central location, SkyTrain access, and strong rental demand make multi-unit construction especially attractive on qualifying lots.
We work throughout Burnaby, including: Capitol Hill, Brentwood, Metrotown, Deer Lake, Burnaby Heights, Edmonds, Highgate, Sullivan Heights. View all Burnaby services →
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.
Basement Suite in Burnaby: Common Questions
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