A Halifax councillor says the city's recent decision to allow certain types of properties to have backyard or secondary suites is a way to create more affordable and accessible housing in the city. Council voted last month to allow single-detached homes, duplexes, semi-detached houses or townhouses to have secondary or backyard suites. Backyard suites, which can include granny suites and renovated garages, could be an option for homeowners in Halifax. (CBC)Property owners hoping to build secondary suites will still have to follow standard land-use bylaw requirements in their area. Secondary suites within a home must have a maximum floor area of 80 square metres and backyard suites must not exceed 90 square metres.

Source: CBC News August 11, 2020 09:00 UTC