Secondary Suites: What makes it a Legal Basement Suite?
In Edmonton, Canada, a basement suite or apartment is considered a legal secondary dwelling apartment only if it complies with the Edmonton Building Code's standards for secondary dwelling apartments, the Edmonton Fire Code, and any applicable municipal zoning regulations.
The Cost of Legal Basements: What to Expect and How We Can Help
Edmonton Secondary Basement Suites for newer homes start at $85,000 + GST.
For older homes built between the 1950s and 1980s can start at $108,000 + GST.
City Permit Fees can cost up to $ 2,000.