The Architect Builders Collaborative Inc

Following a recent webinar on Garden Suites presented by Daniel Hall at TABC, I signed up for a paid 20-minute private online session with Daniel Hall to go over any questions I had about garden suites.

I will admit that I did a lot of preparation in advance of this session. I was very familiar with the Garden Suites by-law and had taken time to look at my lot survey to confirm that my backyard likely meets the requirements for a garden suite.

Daniel took the time to look over and discuss my lot survey and photos with me, and go over the important requirements. He pointed out issues that may require Committee of Adjustments and highlighted potential issues that may affect the location and footprint size of the suite.

Daniel was nice enough to spend additional time in the Zoom session to discuss possible solutions to address soft landscaping requirements and the construction of a basement in the suite.

At the end of our conversation, I felt as though we had gone through a Preliminary Site Assessment. Perhaps I was lucky that Daniel had additional time to spare to discuss my plans for a garden suite. Suffice to say that I was very satisfied with the outcome of our meeting. Daniel took the time to listen before responding and seemed to be very passionate about sharing his experience and knowledge to help potential clients like me navigate the process to get closer to deciding on pursuing the construction of a garden suite that is sustainable and responsible.

Very knowledgeable and helpful with guiding me through zoning, permit and overall process.

I applied for a building permit with Daniel's help and received it within two weeks. Definitely recommend his work.

Daniel was so helpful in giving advice on the options available to us for a Laneway house. He is extremely knowledgeable about all of the different pieces that need to be considered with a project like this and really knows the ins and outs of how to make it happen. Green construction!! Highly recommend!

I would highly recommend this company. Extremely thorough, works within budget limits, modern thinking.

Daniel donated some consulting time to an auction for charity, and I was the lucky winner! Daniel came to our house and gave us so many great ideas and things to think about for our renovation. He has a thorough process and is very knowledgeable. Highly recommend!