Davisville Village's compact lots and desirable midtown location make a second storey addition the smartest way to gain the space a growing family needs — without leaving a neighbourhood steps from the subway. Kopman Build has been adding second storeys to Toronto's 1920s–1950s brick homes and bungalows since 1999, with a process built for the structural realities of older construction.
Davisville Village bungalows were built to last — solid brick construction, narrow but deep lots, and a consistent streetscape that the neighbourhood actively protects. A second storey addition here has to respect that context: the massing must sit right on the street, the brick and roofline details need to read as intentional, and the structural tie-in to a 70- or 90-year-old frame requires proper engineering. We have done this enough times that the constraints are familiar ground.
The neighbourhood's transit access is a real asset — clients routinely stay in a rental nearby during construction because Davisville station is walkable. That helps us keep the project moving without the added disruption of an occupied home. It also means the finished house attracts serious buyers and strong appraisals when families eventually sell, since location value is already baked in.
Kopman Build was founded in 1999 by Dustin Kopman, who grew up in the construction trade through his family's firm. Every project is managed by someone who has stood on the scaffold, not just reviewed the budget — and that hands-on experience shows in how problems get caught before they become change orders.
Complete second-floor additions over existing Davisville bungalows — doubling the home's living area while maintaining street-facing proportions.
Engineering review of existing foundations, bearing walls, and masonry before any design decisions are locked in — essential for pre-1960 construction.
Full handling of City of Toronto building permits, zoning compliance review, and Committee of Adjustment applications where required.
Roofline, brick, and window detailing designed to read as original — not as an afterthought bolted on top.
Primary suite, additional bedrooms, bathrooms, and hallways — all finished to the same standard as the rest of the renovation.
Many second storey additions trigger upgrades to the main floor — we coordinate both scopes so nothing is done twice.
We visit your Davisville property, listen to your goals, and document the project in writing — scope, budget, and timeline.
A detailed line-item estimate with allowances and contingencies, so you know the number before committing.
We manage all permit applications, structural engineering consultants, and City approvals — nothing falls through the cracks.
Full-time site supervision, weekly updates, and open-book cost tracking throughout the project.
Structured handover with all documentation, warranties, and a 12-month attendance window post-completion.
A second storey addition on a Davisville Village bungalow typically costs $350,000–$650,000+ depending on the footprint, structural condition of the existing home, and finish level. The 1920s–1950s brick construction common in the neighbourhood requires careful structural assessment before pricing. Kopman Build provides detailed pre-construction estimates so you know the number before committing.
Most can, but the existing foundation and wall framing must be assessed by a structural engineer before any design work begins. Many older Davisville homes have solid masonry that transfers load well; others require foundation reinforcement or new bearing walls. Kopman Build coordinates structural engineering as part of the pre-construction process.
Yes. A second storey addition requires a building permit from the City of Toronto. Depending on the proposed height and massing relative to the zoning envelope, a Committee of Adjustment minor variance application may also be required. Davisville Village falls within a stable residential neighbourhood designation, so setback and height compliance is closely reviewed. Kopman Build manages all permit applications.
Allow 8–14 months from permit approval to completion for a full second-storey addition. City of Toronto permitting typically adds 4–8 months before construction begins. We provide a realistic total project timeline from the first consultation so you can plan around the disruption.
Kopman Build builds second storey additions on Davisville Village bungalows and brick homes. No-obligation consultation — we come to your property.
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