Generally, there are two types of Modular Homes, Laneway Units and Garden Units, that are becoming more and more available in certain municipalities in Ontario.

Modular Homes are self-contained residential units located on the same lot as a detached house, semi-detached house, townhouse, or other low­ rise house. Modular Homes are completely detached from the main house on the property. Laneway Units are located in the back yard adjacent to public laneways, and Garden Units are similar ancillary buildings but located in back yards that do not abut laneways.

Sanitary facilities and food preparation facilities are provided for the exclusive use of the occupants of the Modular Homes. Utilities are connected from the Modular Homes directly into the existing utilities of the main house on the property.

Modular Homes are constructed completed off-site in as little as 4 to 6 months and can be installed in one day thereby reducing the disruption to daily life, and with substantially less on-site waste than conventional build methods. Usually, it is the Builders of the Modular Homes and not the homeowners that are responsible for the costs of surveys, infrastructure, building permits, occupancy permits and variances if required.

It is essential to have a lawyer familiar with Modular Homes review an Agreement of Purchase and Sale for a Modular Home to ensure that the homeowner is properly advised with respect to issues such as the details included in the fixed price contract, HST, Tarion warranties, deposit protection, municipal Development Charges Deferral Agreements, termination rights, conditions, and financing.

If you have any legal questions please do not hesitate to contact us to speak with one of our lawyers at (905) 270-6660 or e-mail us at:  Info@kormans.ca.