A home addition in Richmond lets you expand your living space on the lot you already own — adding square footage, bedrooms, or a second storey without the disruption and cost of moving. Speera Custom Homes plans, permits, and builds home additions across Greater Vancouver with the structural expertise and trade coordination these projects demand.

Speera Custom Homes has extensive experience in Richmond, from the completed Aragon duplex to kitchen and bathroom renovations across Broadmoor and Terra Nova. We know Richmond's RSM and RAD zoning bylaws in detail.

What We Deliver

Home Addition in Richmond

  • Second storey additions over existing single-storey homes
  • Rear and side extensions to expand main floor living areas
  • Primary bedroom additions and accessible main-floor suites
  • Structural engineering and development permit management included
  • Seamless interior and exterior integration with the existing home
  • BC Energy Step Code compliant new construction envelope
Local Knowledge

Home Addition in Richmond: What to Know

Richmond's RSM (Residential Small-Scale Multi-Unit) zone, introduced in 2024, permits 4–6 units on most single-family lots. Speera has direct experience navigating Richmond's RSM and RAD zoning.

Richmond is Speera's home territory — our completed Aragon half-duplex project demonstrates the quality we deliver on every Richmond build.

We work throughout Richmond, including: Steveston, Terra Nova, Broadmoor, Brighouse, Garden City, Hamilton, Seafair, Quilchena. View all Richmond services →

Why Speera

The Speera Difference in Richmond

Local Expertise

We know Richmond'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

Home Addition in Richmond: Common Questions

Yes. Home additions in Richmond require a development permit (in most cases) and a building permit. The permit covers structural design, energy efficiency, setback compliance, and FSR limits. Speera prepares and manages all permit applications for your Richmond home addition.

In most cases, yes — subject to your lot's Floor Space Ratio limit, setbacks, and the structural capacity of your existing foundation. Speera assesses your specific property and advises on what's achievable during a free consultation.

Home addition timelines depend on scope, structural complexity, and Richmond's permit processing times. We provide a project-specific schedule during our free consultation once we've reviewed your property and confirmed the scope of work.

Yes. We carefully match exterior cladding, roofline, trim, and windows so the addition reads as purpose-built — protecting your home's curb appeal and resale value. Our finished additions are designed to look like they were always part of the original home.

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