The City of Toronto Zoning By-law defines a Duplex as a building containing and originally constructed so as to provide by horizontal division two dwelling units each of which has an independent entrance. A house can also be converted into a duplex and is referred to in the zoning by-law as a Converted House. Typically all two unit complexes are called duplexes. However, especially with converted houses, it often is not possible to verify if the "Duplex" was ever legally constructed as a duplex. Purchasers should always inspect the property and verify the extent to which the building complies with the zoning, building and fire code.
The lifestyle associated with a duplex generally centers around the neighborhood. Its design, including porches, balconies, yards, stairs, foster social interaction rather than isolation, while at the same time offering a greater sense of privacy and a less intense environment than large apartment buildings. These small "plexes" may also offer more architectural charm than larger apartment housing. Small multi-plex housing also offers the flexibility from a development viewpoint, making it easier to adapt this type of housing to the changing needs of a family or various dwellers over time, including for example, home offices and the conversion of small multi-plex buildings into single family dwellings. However there are drawbacks with some plex housing. Kitchens may be dysfunctional, rooms small and storage space non-existent. While there are opportunities, these properties should be carefully examined........................
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