DURHAM REGION

GARDEN SUITES & ARUS · OSHAWA, ON

Garden Suite Builder in Oshawa, ON

Henley Contracting is a garden suite builder based in Oshawa. Many Oshawa homes are post-war bungalows on deep lots, and a backyard suite is one of the best ways to use that space, whether for a parent, a grown child or a tenant. We plan the suite around the lot and the City of Oshawa's rules, then build it with our own team.

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SERVICE: Garden Suites & ARUs
AREA: Oshawa, ON
REGION: Durham Region
CALL: (905) 576-9714

Modern garden suite in charcoal siding at the back of a deep lot behind a brick bungalow in Oshawa, Ontario (illustration) – Garden Suite Builder in Oshawa, ON

01 / OVERVIEWGARDEN SUITES & ARUS · OSHAWA

GARDEN SUITES & ARUS · OSHAWA

Garden suites behind Oshawa bungalows

A long Oshawa backyard behind a brick bungalow has room for a modest second home without crowding the yard. The main house stays as it is, and the suite gets its own entrance, kitchen and bathroom. For families, that means a parent close by. For owners near Ontario Tech University and Durham College, it can mean a rental with steady demand.

Rental or family, the suite has to work for both households. We plan privacy between windows, a separate path to the street and sound control, so living next door still feels private.

01 / OFFICE IN OSHAWA
Our head office is in the city.
02 / DEEP LOTS USED WELL
The suite placed to keep a usable yard.
03 / RENTAL READY
Separate entrance, utilities planned and sound separation.
04 / CITY PERMITS
Applications to the City of Oshawa.

02 / WHAT WE BUILDGARDEN SUITES & ARUS · OSHAWA

Planning a suite on an Oshawa lot

Access from the street

A clear path for residents, deliveries and emergency services.

Sewer and water

Connections from the main house or the street, planned early.

Trees and grading

Mature trees protected and water drained away from both buildings.

03 / IN FOCUSGARDEN SUITES & ARUS · OSHAWA

Family first, rental later

Many owners build a suite for a parent today and expect to rent it one day. Planning for both from the start, with a full kitchen, its own laundry and separate heating controls, keeps that option open without changes later.

Bright garden suite bedroom with a built-in closet and a view of the main bungalow, Oshawa, Ontario (illustration) – Garden Suite Builder in Oshawa, ON

04 / IN FOCUSGARDEN SUITES & ARUS · OSHAWA

Two households, one lot

Sharing a property works best when each home has its own identity. We give the suite a separate mailbox location, its own outdoor seating area and a front door that does not look straight into the main house. Garbage, recycling and parking are planned too, because these small daily details are what make living side by side comfortable for years, whether the neighbour in the suite is your mother or a tenant.

05 / IN FOCUSGARDEN SUITES & ARUS · OSHAWA

Near Oshawa

We also build garden suites in Whitby, Courtice and across Durham Region. Prefer a suite above a garage? See garages in Oshawa.

Have a deep lot in Oshawa? Tell us about your project.

CLIENT REVIEWSIN THEIR WORDS

Henley Contracting Ltd.

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shannnon russell

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Having worked with Henley on Custom homes I can say their level of craftsmanship, attention to detail and overall experience as a trade on their sites is Great! They are very accommodating and a pleasure to work with. It's evident they care about their clients and the outcome of each and every project!
Abraham Omogeroh

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Great person to work with
I will always recommend.
Marilyn Caccamo

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The quality of work is exceptional, and the owners are friendly, approachable, and have a wealth of knowledge in the industry.

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QUESTIONSOSHAWA, ON

Frequently asked questions

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Can I rent out a garden suite in Oshawa?

Many owners do. The City of Oshawa's rules for additional residential units apply, so we confirm what your lot allows during planning.

How does a garden suite connect to water and sewer?

Usually through the main house's services or a new connection from the street. We plan the route early because it affects placement and cost.

Is your office in Oshawa?

Yes, our head office is in Oshawa.

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Planning a garden suite in Oshawa?

Tell us about your property and who the suite is for. We will look at what your lot allows and walk you through the next steps.