Updated 2026-10-16 · By CondoCircle
Vicinity's official range lists 1- and 2-car garages. That number tells you how many vehicles fit inside — not how many you can park on your lot, or whether there's room for bikes, tools and seasonal storage. This worksheet helps you check before you sign.
Garage count versus total parking
Total on-lot parking depends on driveway length and width, any tandem arrangement, and municipal rules on boulevard and street parking. These vary by lot.
| Item | Where to confirm |
|---|---|
| Interior garage size | Model drawing and agreement schedule |
| Driveway length/width | Site plan and lot grading plan |
| Street parking rules | City of Barrie by-laws |
| Overnight winter rules | City of Barrie |
Tandem and narrow-lot layouts
Some townhome designs use a deep single garage or tandem driveway. Ask whether one car has to move for the other to leave — a daily irritation for two-commuter households.
Storage worksheet
- Vehicles: how many, and their length
- Bikes, strollers and sports gear
- Winter tires and snow equipment
- Garbage and recycling bin location
- EV charging: ask about rough-ins or upgrades
- Basement or under-stair storage in your model
Will my vehicle actually fit?
Interior garage dimensions vary, and steps, a furnace or storage shelving can take space. Measure your vehicle's length and width with doors open, and compare against the plan's garage dimension. If the drawing doesn't show interior dimensions, ask for them before you choose between two similar models.
What Vicinity's plans show
Across the documented Vicinity and Vicinity West models, garages range from one to two cars depending on the model and lot. Townhome models typically integrate the garage at grade with living space above, while detached models offer wider two-car options on suitable lots. The exact garage for any home depends on the model and the lot it sits on — the same model can have different garage configurations on different lot widths.
Before choosing, ask three questions for the specific lot: the interior garage dimensions, the driveway length (which determines whether a second or third vehicle fits off-street), and whether the garage door is single or double. These details affect daily use far more than the '1-car' or '2-car' label.
Planning storage before you buy
New homes rarely lack closets on paper but often lack bulk storage in practice. Bicycles, seasonal tires, strollers, sports gear and tools all compete for the same square footage. Walk the floor plan with a list of what you actually own and mark where each category goes.
Storage audit for any model
- Where do bicycles and a stroller live?
- Is there cold-room or basement storage, and is the basement finished or unfinished?
- Can the garage fit shelving plus the vehicle?
- Is there a linen closet on the bedroom level?
- Where do seasonal tires go?
Lot-specific restrictions
Agreements and title documents can include restrictions on driveway widening, sheds, or parking of trailers. Ask your lawyer to flag them during review — see deposits and closing costs for the review timeline.
Frequently asked questions
How many cars fit at a Vicinity townhome?
The documented townhome models list a 1-car garage. Driveway capacity depends on the lot, so confirm with the site plan.
Do detached homes have double garages?
The official range includes 1- and 2-car garages. Check the specific model.
Can I add an EV charger?
Ask the builder what electrical rough-ins or upgrades are offered for your model and release.
Do Vicinity townhomes have garages?
The documented townhome models include integrated garages; the count varies by model. Check the specific floor plan and lot.
Can I fit two cars if the plan says one garage?
Possibly, if the driveway is long enough — ask for the driveway dimension for your lot and measure your vehicles.