Headquartered in Burnaby
Duplex and multiplex builder in Burnaby
Burnaby’s new zoning lets most former single-family lots hold several homes. As a licensed builder based in Burnaby, we tell you what your lot allows and build it from permit to handover.
What Burnaby’s new zoning means for your lot
Under BC’s small-scale multi-unit housing law, Burnaby now allows up to four homes on most lots that were zoned for single-family homes, and up to six on qualifying lots near frequent transit. In late 2025 the City lowered the maximum height to three storeys, reduced the floor area and lot coverage you can build, and raised parking requirements.
In practice, that means the best design for your lot depends on its size, shape, trees and location, and on which rules apply at the time you apply. We check all of this before you spend money on drawings.
Duplex
Two homes on one lot, often with suites. Popular with families building together.
Triplex and fourplex
Three or four homes, to live in one and rent or sell the others.
House plus backyard home
Keep a main house and add a separate rear home. Burnaby laneway homes →
How we work
Feasibility
We review your lot against Burnaby’s current bylaw and give you realistic options and a budget range.
Design and permit
We coordinate design, engineering, arborist and energy advisor, and manage the City of Burnaby permit. Permit support →
Construction
Our team manages the trades, schedule, inspections and budget, with regular updates.
Handover and warranty
Occupancy, deficiency walk-through and 2-5-10 home warranty coverage on new homes.
Burnaby neighbourhoods we serve
We also build duplexes and multiplexes in Vancouver and Coquitlam. See our projects →
Burnaby duplex and multiplex questions
How many homes can I build on my Burnaby lot?
Most former single-family lots in Burnaby can now have up to four homes, and some lots near frequent transit can have up to six. The size of each home depends on your lot and the City’s current limits. Send us your address and we’ll check it.
Did Burnaby change the rules in 2025?
Yes. In October 2025 the City reduced the height, floor area and lot coverage allowed for these projects and increased parking requirements. We design to the rules in force when you apply.
Can I sell some of the units?
Units can often be strata-titled and sold to help fund the project. We’ll explain the options for your lot.
Where is your office?
Our head office is at 3745 Warren Street, Burnaby. Call 604-786-7000 or email info@xeroxbuilders.ca to book a meeting.
We also build in: Laneway homes in Vancouver · Laneway homes, duplexes & multiplexes in Surrey
Related reading: How many homes can I build on my Burnaby lot? (2026 guide)
Planning a duplex or multiplex in Burnaby?
Send us your address. We’ll tell you what your lot allows, free of charge.