Skip to content A legal suite is a strategic investment, creating extra income, increasing property value, and strengthening long-term stability.
At NUVO construction, we guide you in transforming unused space into a legal, beautifully finished suite. Creating a space that meets your vision and aligns with your financial goals.
Every project is managed with regulatory compliance and open communication. Making your home renovation feel organized, intentional and built for success.
Turning your basement or over-garage suit into an income property is a practical way to turn unused space into profit. A well-built legal suite can offset your mortgage, increase your home’s value and expand your financial freedom. For many homeowners, it becomes the difference between feeling stretched and feeling secure.
Your new suite should be designed for comfort, privacy and long-term durability. Whether it becomes a rental space or a home for someone you love, the space should feel warm and welcoming. We strive to create a layout with intention.
Design is not just about the look of a space. It is about how the space supports your life and your future.
“Professional and knowledgeable company. Reached out solely from the great Google reviews and wasn’t disappointed. To anyone looking for their services, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend. “
– D. YORK
Your renovation should feel thoughtful, guided and entirely aligned with the home you want to create. Our process begins with understanding who you are and how you live. We move into shaping the vision, refining the details and coming up with a layout plan for your approval. From the first conversation to the final walkthrough, we create an experience that feels stress free, intentional and beautifully executed.
Nuvo Construction is a close-knit team of designers, project managers, and skilled trades who believe great renovations start with clarity and care. Led by Ben and Conrad, Nuvo brings a thoughtful, design-forward approach to every project—balancing technical expertise with a deep respect for the homes and people we work with. We value clear communication, detailed planning, and craftsmanship that holds up over time, so our clients always know what’s happening, what’s next, and why it matters.
You always know what is included, what to expect and how your project will unfold. Clear budgets and outlines of every project are approved by the client prior to construction.
We stand behind our work long after the project is complete.
Your renovation is completed safely, legally and to the Alberta New Home Warranty Standards. We always have the proper licensing and permits to ensure your renovation is protected at every level.
Every adjustment is documented and formal requests for approval are submitted before moving forward.
A basement suite is a separate dwelling inside your home, with its own entrance, kitchen, and bathroom. A garage suite or garden suite sits in your rear yard as a detached home. The City of Edmonton now groups those backyard options under backyard housing. We break down how a basement suite, garage suite, and garden suite compare for an Edmonton property in our full guide.
Usually, yes. A basement suite uses your home’s existing footprint, so it tends to cost less than building a detached structure. A garage suite costs more upfront, but it gives you a separate entrance and far more privacy between you and your tenant.
Yes. Permits are required for all secondary suites in Edmonton, and backyard housing needs both development and building permits. We do not recommend starting a suite without them, because unpermitted work creates problems at inspection, insurance, financing, and resale.
Suite-ready does not always mean simple to finish. Before you rely on it, check the plumbing rough-in locations, telepost placement, window egress, and whether the HVAC can be separated from the main home. A side entrance usually works fine. The floor plan and rough-ins are where the real surprises hide.
We start with feasibility before design. It begins with a discovery call, then a site visit, where we review your lot, access, basement layout, ceiling height, rough-ins, parking, and long-term goals. From there, we help you choose the option that protects your investment, not just the one with the highest rent.
Suite Type | Typical Planning Range |
|---|---|
Legal basement suite in a newer or partially prepared home | $105,000–$145,000+ |
Illegal or non-conforming suite conversion to legal | $95,000–$125,000+ |
Garage suite | $290,000–$360,000+ |
Detached garden suite | $230,000–$300,000+ |
Detached multi-generational dwelling / estate property suite | $275–$350+ per sq. ft., plus utilities, site access, and roadway work if required |
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