Accessory Dwelling Units

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With the adoption the East Hants Official Community Plan in September 2023 came new provisions for accessory dwelling units. Previously, accessory dwelling units were only permitted where the zoning allowed for more than one dwelling unit. Accessory Dwelling Units are now permitted on all residentially zoned lands, accessory to a single detached dwelling, as long as minimum lot requirements can be met, and subject to the provisions of the Land Use Bylaw and National Building Code.

Types of Accessory Dwelling Units

There are three types of accessory dwelling units: Secondary Suite, Garage Suite, and Garden Suite.

 

Secondary Suite        Garage Suite        Garden Suite
Definition means a self-contained accessory dwelling unit fully contained within and subordinate to a single unit dwelling. means an accessory dwelling unit built above a detached garage and located behind the primary single unit dwelling. means a free-standing, single-story accessory dwelling unit located behind the primary single unit dwelling.

 

Permits for Accessory Dwelling Units

A building permit is required for an Accessory Dwelling Unit. For additional information including maximum size, height and design requirements, please contact the Planning & Development Department.

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