Ontario Ave | 03 Unit Conversion

Hamilton

Property Type: Flood-Damaged Single-Family Home

Project Overview:
After a major attic flood damaged the second floor and parts of the main level, the homeowners saw an opportunity to rebuild—not just restore. Rather than returning to a single-family layout, they brought us in to reimagine the property as a legal 3-unit dwelling, maximizing value and rental potential out of a challenging situation.

Scope & Strategy:

• Reconfigured the layout to accommodate two independent units on the ground floor, plus one full unit on the rebuilt second floor.

• Integrated fire and sound separations, independent mechanical systems, and OBC-compliant egress for each new dwelling unit.

• Leveraged the damage as an opportunity to modernize systems, upgrade insulation, and create long-term rental value.

Challenges Solved:

• Converted a partially gutted structure into a triplex without exceeding the original building footprint.

• Navigated post-flood reconstruction requirements alongside zoning and permit approvals.

• Designed a fire-safe, energy-efficient, and code-compliant multi-unit setup within a formerly single-family layout.

Investor Benefits:

• Transformed a distressed property into a fully legal triplex with three income streams.

• Increased long-term property value through smart layout, modern systems, and proper documentation.

• Reduced future risk by integrating fire-resilient design and updated materials throughout.

Current Status:
Triplex layout and permit approved. Construction nearly completed!