Building a duplex in Burnaby is one of the most financially rewarding forms of residential construction in Greater Vancouver. Whether you're building a side-by-side duplex to sell both units, a half-duplex to live in and rent, or a purpose-built duplex as an investment, Speera Custom Homes delivers.

Speera Custom Homes builds custom homes, duplexes, and multiplexes across Burnaby, and provides full renovation services for existing homes. We're familiar with Burnaby's R1, R2, and R3 zones, the city's SSMUH implementation, and its specific multiplex and duplex design requirements — including unit count, parking, and lot coverage rules that vary from neighbouring municipalities.

What We Deliver

Duplex Construction in Burnaby

  • Side-by-side and half-duplex construction
  • Strata titling — each unit can be sold independently
  • Zoning analysis and FSR maximization for your lot
  • Development and building permit management
  • Premium finishes that achieve strong market appeal
Local Knowledge

Duplex Construction in Burnaby: What to Know

Under BC's Bill 44 (SSMUH), most Burnaby single-family lots now allow 4–6 units as of right. The City of Burnaby has updated its zoning bylaw to align with the provincial minimums and continues to permit secondary suites and coach houses on most residential lots, alongside its own multiplex and duplex design guidelines.

Burnaby's diverse neighbourhoods — from Capitol Hill to Metrotown — offer strong opportunities for custom home construction, multiplex and duplex infill development, and whole-home renovation. Burnaby's central location, SkyTrain access, and strong rental demand make multi-unit construction especially attractive on qualifying lots.

We work throughout Burnaby, including: Capitol Hill, Brentwood, Metrotown, Deer Lake, Burnaby Heights, Edmonds, Highgate, Sullivan Heights. View all Burnaby services →

Why Speera

The Speera Difference in Burnaby

Local Expertise

We know Burnaby's zoning bylaws, permit timelines, and local trade networks — which means fewer delays and better results on your project.

Turnkey Construction

One team from design through move-in. We coordinate all trades, manage all permits, and keep you updated — no juggling multiple contractors.

Proven Quality

Our completed projects across Greater Vancouver demonstrate the standard we hold ourselves to on every build and renovation.

FAQ

Duplex Builder in Burnaby: Common Questions

In most Burnaby residential zones, duplexes are now permitted as of right under BC's SSMUH legislation, subject to Burnaby's own lot coverage and parking requirements. We assess your specific lot and confirm exactly what configuration maximizes your return.

Burnaby's central location, SkyTrain access, and strong rental and resale demand make duplex construction an attractive option on many lots — whether you plan to sell both strata units, live in one and rent the other, or hold both as rental income. We walk through the specific economics for your property during a free consultation.

A duplex is the full two-unit building; a half-duplex is one strata-titled unit of that building, often with its own separate entrance, yard, and utilities. Many Burnaby clients build half-duplexes to live in one unit while selling or renting the other.

Timelines depend on design complexity, lot conditions, and the City of Burnaby's current permit processing times. We provide a project-specific schedule for your Burnaby duplex during our free consultation.

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Build a Duplex in Burnaby

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