Modular backyard suites / Green Building & Sustainable Home Renovation Information & Advice

Coach house in Ottawa by Passive House builder Ekobuilt.
Concept and design

Are Coach Houses Allowed in Ottawa? Rules & 2026 Zoning Changes Explained

...backyard space. The four-unit ceiling: The new framework allows up to four total residential units on a single N1 or N2 lot. This can include a primary residence, an interior basement apartment, and one detached accessory backyard structure. The 40 % footprint rule and maximum size limits Determining the permissible ...