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 written scope, 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 — 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 — finished start to finish by one North York crew.
Legal Second Suite
Full kitchen, bath, separate laundry, egress window — a rent-ready unit registered 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 — what’s included
One scope. One crew.
Written before we start.
Permit, labour, and materials in one written scope. Your quote is signed 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 does the North York permit work?
We submit a complete package on day one to avoid re-submission delays, respond to any City comments, and factor the review into the schedule we give you upfront.
What goes into a basement renovation in North York?
A standard finish covers framing, insulation, drywall, flooring and trim. A full legal suite adds a kitchen, bathroom, laundry and egress window. You approve a written scope before we start — no change orders for agreed scope.
Are there rental income opportunities in North York?
Very strong. Suites near Yonge-Sheppard and Yonge-Finch sit in front of steady transit-dependent rental demand. We deliver a legal, registered unit that's ready to rent.
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
Ready to start?
A real person calls you back.
Tell us about your space — we give you a written quote. No pressure, no obligation.
WSIB cleared · $2M liability · BCin certified · 215 projects