My husband and I are thinking of turning our daylight/walk-out basement into an in-law suite which would include a bedroom, bath, kitchen, family room, library/office, game room and bar area along with several storage spaces. Total sq. ft: 1900. In the state of Georgia, what are the requirements for turning a space into a bedroom? We are getting conflicting answers. We are being told that any improvements to our basement would not add any value to our home. We are also considering addiing recessed lighting, laminate & tile flooring, a full kitchen (13x14) with upper and lower cabinets and a laminate countertop with double basin sink. The bath will include a pedestal sink, toilet and 4' shower with custom tile surround. The library will have wall to wall bookshelves and a corner desk unit. The bedroom will have 2 closets, a standard size window, room for a complete queen size bedroom suite, a desk unit and TV shelf. The family room will include a 40000 BTU propane gas fireplace which is rated to heat 1400 sq. ft. Will we get a good return for our investment or are we wasting our time and/or money? Your help will be greatly appreciated.