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Second Suite Learning Forum Hub
- History & Effects on the Neighbourhood
- General Considerations
- Guide to Authorizing a Second Suite
- Review of existing TPA
- Referencing and setting rent
- Rights & Responsibilities
- Code Referrals & Permit applications
- Preliminary Planning Review
- Dealing with Variances
6. Economics of a Second Suite
- Calculating the bottom line
- Personal Income
- Property Tax Impact
- Legal vs. Illegal conversions
- Zoning and Code review
- Getting an Inspection
- Homeowner Concerns
- Tenant Issues
- Documentation
- Where to get Help
- Life Safety Requirements
- Steps to Getting Approval
- Review of relevant agencies and web sites
- Distribution of printed reference materials
- Review of existing programs
