Love this! Thanks Dan, needed the reminder and motivation.

Hey @Dennis Sintic , we met years ago, we have a mutual friend George A...hi! Interesting link, thanks for sharing. It's certainly going to fast track these projects and I understand that design isn't a focus if you're trying to build an affordable cash flowing rental, but I can't help feeling glum that such an interesting typology as a garden suite could look like a large garden shed and replicated over and over no matter what the lot, site or context. Seems appropriate for those new suburban developments where every house and lot is identical, but they are certainly not inspiring, especially if you have a unique property. I think there's a case to be made that a special and unique garden suite can fetch higher rents and will sell at a higher price down the line.

@Dane Roberts hello there! I'm just catching up on these messages, tis the season... Sounds like a fun project. I'm traveling and not sure I'll be able to make it to the 28th coffee shop, but happy to chat about the process and first steps. Let's connect after the 26th. Happy holidays!

@Daniel Foch didn't see this, sorry - pre-vacation deadlines. : )

Good question! A contractor may have different advice than I do about this. 😁 My role is to be an unbiased third party to guide clients to engage a contractor - shortlisting, interviewing, vetting, deciding on the delivery method (fixed price vs cost-plus vs construction management vs ....), deciding on the best contract to sign, etc. Contractors have varied styles and methods of project management that become obvious when you ask the right questions. I won't be able to join tomorrow but next week would work, if you can @Teresita Morales ? If a coffee shop is the right format.

CMHC has a brief Cole's Notes version here: https://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/professionals/industry-innovation-and-leadership/industry-expertise/accessible-adaptable-housing/aging-in-place/hiring-a-contractor

This is great, thank you @Nick Hill !