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Secondary Dwelling Units in Essex

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All Hurdles Cleared!

We are now good to go on Secondary Dwelling Units! In my opinion we nailed it! We did public consultation and can now offer another more affordable option for residents.

What are Secondary Dwelling Units?

“A Secondary Dwelling Unit (SDU) is a self-contained residential unit within a main dwelling (ie. single, semi, townhome dwelling unit) or within a detached building or structure on the same lot as the main dwelling (ie. within a detached garage).”

https://www.essex.ca/en/build/second-dwelling-units.aspx

Guide to Secondary Dwelling Units

https://www.essex.ca/en/build/resources/Guide-to-Second-Dwelling.pdf

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