Denlaw Road | 02 Unit Conversion

London

Property Type: Semi-Detached Townhouse
Converted Layout: 1-Bedroom Basement Unit (~1,126 sq. ft. Total Building Area)

Project Overview:
Rojas Empire proudly presents a smart and efficient duplex conversion project located in a prime pocket of London, ON. This semi-detached townhouse has been enhanced with the addition of a fully legal basement apartment—transforming it into a 2-unit dwelling that balances affordability, comfort, and strong rental potential.

The basement unit features a 1-bedroom layout, carefully designed for long-term livability. Thanks to an existing side entry, there was no need for major structural modifications—streamlining both cost and construction time.

Scope & Strategy:

• Converted the existing basement into a self-contained 1-bedroom legal unit.

• Leveraged an existing side entrance to meet OBC access and egress requirements without exterior demolition.

• Installed independent kitchen, bathroom, laundry, and mechanical zoning for full code compliance.

Challenges Solved:

• Achieved full compliance with minimal construction changes by leveraging the existing structure.

• Balanced space constraints to deliver a compact but comfortable living arrangement.

• Navigated permits efficiently due to straightforward zoning and existing entry layout.

Investor Benefits:

• Added a legal rental unit in a desirable area with low upfront costs.

• Ideal for house hacking, student rentals, or long-term tenancy.

• Low-maintenance, high-demand 1-bedroom format with strong local rental appeal.

Current Status:
Construction complete. The basement unit is fully legalized and ready for lease.