Low Rise Building
Multifamily Apartment Building
Once you have concluded the land acquisition. The land must be zoned to accommodate Residential or Mixed used Building. You need to start searching for Engineering/Architecture office to proceed with creating the plans and drawings, and getting your plans approved. This process may be lengthly process as the Municipality may required back and forth coordination and they may request additional requirements prior to approving the plans and issuing a Building Permit. You can request quotes while the plans is being reviewed by the City's Municipality. However, additional Municipality requirements may be not covered in the GC quote. We can provide our client with one of the following delivery methods; Construction Management, General Contractor, Design-Built, and Design-bid-build.
Building Transformation
Building Renovation
Transforming the building from commercial use to residential use is common practice for investors in High density areas. To start this process, you must have obtained change of use zoning (Re-zoning) from the City's Municipality. The city municipality may approve your request if there is a need for more residential units in the area. Once you have approved re-zoning, you can start developing plans and drawings and apply for Building Permit. Note that there are a major items to be introduce in the new residential building as per the Canadian Building Code. SMKA Contracting has been involved in transforming several buildings to residential units.
Upgrading Existing Building
Apartment Building Renovation
There are factors to consider if you looking to upgrade the external facade or Building Interior (Apartments and Common Areas). Recently many timeworn apartment buildings have been renovated to match the current new apartment standards, and to attract more tenants. Tenants always prefer the modern look apartment with New stylish kitchen and bathroom. Furthermore, upgrading the apartment allow owners to increase the rent and increasing the value of the property. Note that some renovation works require Building Permit. SMKA Contracting has been contracted to execute several apartment buildings renovation in Downtown Toronto.
House Construction
Build your Dream Home
Congratulation on your land acquisition. The process of Building a residential home starts with Designing the home to suit your style, and reviewing the city bylaw zoning to determine the permissible size of the house. Once the home design is finalized, the city planning department has to approve it and issue Building Permit. The time to approve residential home plans varies from city to city. Simultaneously, you can ask for quotes for builders. The rule of thumb, the cost to construct a home can vary from $220/sq.ft to $500/sq.ft depending on the location of the house, the size, and home interiors (finishes). Expect to receive quote in form of Cost per square foot. Choosing the Builder is important factor, make sure the builder is registered with Home Warranty Authority in New Brunswick, and interview the builder to determine the level of experience with residential homes. You can review Atlantic Home Warranty to know your rights and obligations from the link below
Commercial Construction
Build/Renovate Commercial
We can help you to Construct or Renovate commercial Retail units, offices, Plaza spaces or Warehouse. The commercial construction revolves around the built-up environment for commerce-centric facilities. Prior to starting constructing commercial project, there are many factors to be taken into consideration (link below), you need to recognize what utilities and services needed for your future commercial tenants, and the standard sizes of retail spaces. In Renovating Retail space or office, you should have the architectures drawing ready and we can do the job.
Residential Renovation
House Renovation, Basement Finishing, Kitchen Renovation, and Washroom Renovation
Your house renovation will certainly create its design and function up to your style and standards. House owners prefer to renovate their house rather than sell as they may feel attached to their house and the neighborhood. This process starts with the layout of future look of the house to determine how can we redesign the house to suit you need. You may require Engineer Stamp for changes that involve touching the home structure. Furthermore, we Provide Basement Finishing whether you are looking for the extra basement space for your personal use or you are looking for a Second Legal Rental Unit. We offer as well Kitchen Renovation and Washroom Renovation, There are several tips before you start your kitchen/Washroom Renovation. We provide our clients with advices and suggestions on the best layout for their Kitchen and to choose durable material for your washroom. Feel Free to contact us for further discussion, you can download our Renovation Brochure.