Scarborough Garage Addition Permit

Permit Man completed a second-floor residential addition project in Scarborough, expanding a one-story bungalow by adding 339 sqft of livable space over the existing garage. The homeowners, a growing family, needed two additional bedrooms for their teenage children. The challenge: safely expand within zoning limits while reinforcing an older structure — all without disrupting the flow of the existing home.

What We Delivered

Zoning Compliance Review: Study of City of Toronto Zoning By-laws to confirm buildability and avoid approval delays
Architectural Design: Layouts, floor plans, roof design, wall sections, elevations, and revisions
Structural Engineering: Foundation evaluation and second-story reinforcements, fully OBC compliant
Mechanical Design: HVAC sizing and plumbing layouts for the addition
Permit Application & Coordination: Full submission and follow-up with the City of Toronto

Challenges We Solved

During construction, the contractor discovered an unexpected issue with a concealed garage wall. Our design team quickly responded, inspected the site, and issued revised structural details to keep the project moving without delays.

Project Results – Second Floor Garage Addition in Scarborough

Two new bedrooms built on the second level, connected via a new interior staircase
A fully up-to-code structure with long-term durability
Design to permit delivery in under 9 weeks

Why This Matters

Every home addition we design is tailored for both code and comfort. This Scarborough project is an example of how Permit Man simplifies complex permit processes and delivers safe, beautiful additions through coordinated architectural, structural, and mechanical services.

This second floor garage addition in Scarborough is a great example of how our team balances structural engineering, zoning compliance, and thoughtful design to meet family living needs.