Building a duplex in Burnaby is one of the most financially rewarding forms of residential construction in Greater Vancouver. Whether you're building a side-by-side duplex to sell both units, a half-duplex to live in and rent, or a purpose-built duplex as an investment, Speera Custom Homes delivers.

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

Duplex Construction in Burnaby

  • Side-by-side and half-duplex construction
  • Strata titling — each unit can be sold independently
  • Zoning analysis and FSR maximization for your lot
  • Development and building permit management
  • Premium finishes that achieve strong market appeal
Local Knowledge

Duplex Construction 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

Duplex Builder in Burnaby: Common Questions

In most Burnaby residential zones, duplexes are now permitted as of right under BC's Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing (SSMUH) legislation. We assess your specific lot, confirm what's permitted, and advise on the configuration that maximizes your return.

A duplex is the full two-unit building. A half-duplex is one of the two units of a side-by-side duplex — often strata-titled with its own separate entrance, yard, and utilities. Many Burnaby clients build half-duplexes on a shared lot with a neighbour or as coordinated infill.

Duplex timelines depend on design complexity, lot conditions, and the City of Burnaby's permit processing times. We provide a specific project schedule during our free consultation.

For most Burnaby properties, duplexes offer strong returns — through rental income, strata sale proceeds, or both. The economics depend on your lot, build quality, and local market conditions. We walk through the financial logic during our free consultation.

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Build a Duplex in Burnaby

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