Vancouver Laneway Homes
Thinking about building a laneway home? Trust Vancouver’s award-winning design-build team to bring your vision to life—on time and on budget. Book your free consultation today.
Avoid costly and time consuming laneway home mistakes.
Choosing the right company for your laneway home project is the key to success. Here are a few questions you need to ask yourself...
Is the work to code?
Renovations that are not to code can create safety issues and costly repairs in the future. Hire a licensed renovator with experience.
Is the workmanship professional?
Poor workmanship can lead to subpar results, and repairs sooner than necessary. Hire a renovator with an established reputation.
Is the work guaranteed?
Professional renovating companies offer a guarantee/warranty. Ensure you hire a renovator that is willing to stand behind their work.
Work progressed efficiently, with materials and trades people arriving when needed.
High level of professionalism within the work being done as well as on a personal level.
Very pleased with the quality and detail of the work that had been done.
All the features you want. All the benefits you deserve.
These are a few of the reasons Vancouver residents select us for their projects.
Clear Communication
We aim to maintain clear communication with you throughout the entire project, to help ensure your renovation is a success.
Transparent pricing
There shouldn't be any mystery as to where or how your money is being spent. That's why we provide transparent pricing.
Project Schedule
From start to finish, we'll keep you up to date as your home renovation progresses. So you're not guessing what's going on.
Permits & Inspections
We don't take short cuts or leave things to chance. We ensure all permits and inspections are properly completed.
Quality Materials
We want to ensure your home renovation lasts a lifetime. That's why we use the best materials based on your requirements.
Safety First
Safety comes first on our job sites. This not only helps prevent accidents, but it help keep the project on budget and schedule.
Clean up
Things can get messy during a renovation, but you have no need to worry, Your home will be cleaned upon completion.
License & Insurance
We are licensed and insured to protect your investment and our people. you can expect professional service from us.
Warranty
We stand behind our work with a twelve month warranty on all workmanship. If you have a problem, we'll take care of it.
Getting started with your laneway home is easy!
Just follow the steps below, to put youself on the path to a successful laneway home build.
Request Your Free Consultation
When you request your free consultation, we'll schedule a meeting (virtual or in person) for a day and time that is convenient for you.
Get answers to your questions
During your consultation, we'll get to know each other, and answer any questions you have about your project and our services.
Make an informed decision
If you determine we are the right fit for you, we'll take the next step together - implementing our proven home renovation process.
Do you have questions about building a laneway home?
Find answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about laneway homes.
Under R1-1, laneway houses are allowed up to 0.25 FSR of the lot (floor-space ratio), capped at 186 m² (2,000 sq ft). On a standard lot, practical sizes are usually ~500–1,000 sq ft once setbacks, separation, and parking/paths are laid out. Parking is not required (and open parking under an overhang can be excluded from floor area). Max height is generally up to ~8.5 m, subject to envelope/design. (City of Vancouver, Vancouver Guidelines)
Yes. You can apply as a combined Development + Building Permit (DB) for a faster, single-stream review. Note the City requires a Sewer & Water permit to be opened before they accept the building permit application for an LWH. We manage the whole process. (Vancouver Guidelines, City of Vancouver)
Usually, yes—if your lot is in the R1-1 zone (this replaced the old RS zones city-wide in Oct 2023) and you have lane access. Typical minimums: lane access, min. lot width 7.3 m (24 ft) measured at the lane, and at least 4.9 m (16 ft) separation between the main house and the laneway house. A 0.9–1.0 m (3 ft) clear firefighter access path from the street is required. We can confirm eligibility quickly during a consult. (City of Vancouver, Vancouver Guidelines)
Parking is optional. When provided, open parking under a second level/deck can be excluded from floor area; enclosed garages count toward FSR. Maintain the 0.9–1.0 m (3 ft) firefighter path from street to the LWH door and the 0.9 m lane setback. (Vancouver Guidelines)
Costs depend on size, site servicing, finishes, and complexity. In 2025, credible market ranges are:
- All-in project budgets commonly $400k–$600k+ (construction + typical soft costs), equating to roughly $400–$550+/sq ft for quality builds.
- Lower figures you may see online often exclude soft costs, servicing upgrades, escalation, or realistic finishes.
- We provide line-item budgets and value-engineering options before you commit. (Eco Home, corevalhomes.com)
Yes, for long-term rentals (laneway houses help expand rental options). Short-term rentals (less than 90 days) are only legal in your principal residence with a City licence—so if you live in the main house, you generally cannot STR the laneway house. We’ll advise on compliant rental strategies. (City of Vancouver)
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