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Modern two-story laneway house with garage and living space in Toronto GTA ON
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The Ontario Homeowner's Guide to Laneway Homes, Garden Suites & Bill 23

...Laneway suites vs. garden suites In Ontario, specifically in Toronto and the GTA, terminology matters. There is a legal and physical difference between these two structures. A Laneway Suite (left) relies on a public alley for access. A Garden Suite (right) is located in a landlocked backyard and requires a side path f...