Basement Renovation · North York
Basement renovation
in North York.
Permit included.
1960s bungalows on Willowdale streets. Large detached homes near Lawrence Park. Split-levels in Bathurst Manor. CNB finishes North York basements in-house — one price, one crew, permits included.
Why CNB in North York
One crew. Fixed price.
Permits sorted.
North York permit applications go to the North York Civic Centre at 5100 Yonge St. CNB knows the local plan checkers and typical comment cycles. We factor permit wait times into your project schedule from day one.
North York permit — handled
City of Toronto BCin designer on file. We submit at 5100 Yonge St, respond to City comments, and schedule all rough-in and final inspections.
Written fixed price
Quote signed before we start. Every line item listed. No invoice surprises.
WSIB cleared · $2M liability
Full WSIB clearance certificate on request. $2M general liability policy.
One in-house crew
Same team from framing to final touch-up. No sub handoffs. One project manager answering your questions all the way through.
What we build in North York
Basement renovation —
everything in-house.
1960s–70s bungalows and two-storeys on 50-ft lots. Many have 6'6"–7' basement ceilings — compliant without underpinning. Willowdale and Don Mills have newer stock with full-height basements.
Full Basement Finish
Framing, insulation, drywall, flooring, pot lights, trim. OBC 2024 compliant. Starting from $38,000 in North York.
Legal Second Suite
Full kitchen, bath, separate laundry, egress window. North York suites rent for $1,900–2,600/month. We register the unit with the City.
Separate Entrance
Side door or rear walkout. Structural assessment, excavation if needed, City permit. Common in Willowdale and Lawrence Park detached homes.
Basement Bathroom
3-piece below grade with ejector pump, Schluter waterproofing, tile and City rough-in inspection.
North York pricing reference 2026
Transparent pricing.
Written before we start.
All prices include permit. GST extra. Final quote in writing before any work begins.
FAQ · North York
Questions about basement
renovation in North York.
Do I need a permit in North York?
Yes — North York is City of Toronto. Every basement finishing project, bathroom addition and suite requires a permit. CNB files all paperwork, including BCin drawings and TSSA electrical notification.
How long for a North York permit?
Typically 6–10 weeks from complete submission. We submit a complete package on day one to avoid re-submission delays.
What does a basement renovation cost in North York?
A standard finish: $38,000–$55,000. Full legal suite with kitchen: $65,000–$95,000. We quote in writing before we start. No change orders for agreed scope.
Are there rental income opportunities in North York?
Very strong. North York suites near Yonge-Sheppard and Yonge-Finch rent for $1,900–2,600/month. Payback period on a $75K suite build is typically 3–4 years at 2026 rents.
What ceiling height does my North York basement have?
Most 1960s–70s bungalows have 6'6\"–7' ceilings — enough to meet OBC without underpinning. We measure on site during the free assessment.
Free estimate · North York
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We call within the hour.
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WSIB cleared · $2M liability · BCin certified · 215 projects