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WHY TOWNHOME CONSTRUCTION IS BOOMING

Posted on Oct 16, 2023 in Real Estate News



We've talked a lot about Calgary's housing crisis this year, and we're starting to see more and more ramifications as 2023 is winding down. The latest shake-up relates to the decline of demand for single-family homes and the increase of demand in townhomes and multi-units. Row house construction is up 37% in Calgary as builders and buyers alike see...

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OCTOBER 2023 DEVELOPER REPORT

Posted on Oct 02, 2023 in Developer Reports



Single family new infill sales remain steady throughout September while new infill townhome sales hit the brakes as existing inventory lacks affordability for most townhome buyers.

Single-family new infills posted 27 sales during the month of September, down from the 33 sales recorded last month, however up considerably from the 17 sales recorded in...

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WHY BUILD AN INFILL WITH A SUITE

Posted on Oct 02, 2023 in For Builders & Developers



Since the City of Calgary relaxed the bylaw to allow for suites in infill properties, legal basement suites seem to be getting more and more popular by the day. Many new homes, especially infills, are now including them, so as a builder/developer, it's worth exploring the option of adding a secondary suite to your next project. Here's why we think...

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INFILL FEATURES GAINING POPULARITY

Posted on Sep 29, 2023 in For Builders & Developers



Classic infill design can sometimes feel stale, so it's nice to see things shaken up. When designing a spec build, it's easy to default to the "infill template," but as the market is shifting and lifestyle needs are changing, it's a natural progression for buyers to start desiring different features. Since you want to be careful not to overspend as...

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R-C2 vs R-CG vs H-GO ZONING: WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE?

Posted on Sep 08, 2023 in For Builders & Developers



Zoning is one of the cornerstones of building and developing, and knowing which zones allow what is vital. Now that the City of Calgary has introduced a new zone, H-GO, it's a good time to review some of the more popular zones, their revisions, their restrictions, and their differences.


WHAT IS R-C2?

A residential contextual one/two dwelling low dens...

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IS CALGARY AT RISK FOR RENTAL CONTROLS?

Posted on Sep 08, 2023 in Real Estate News



Rent in Calgary is becoming unaffordable for many local residents and newcomers alike. With our beloved city now experiencing a housing crisis due to lack of inventory and strong demand, many renters have been feeling the pinch. Rental rates have gone up approximately 40% in the last few years (depending on property type), but wages/earnings have n...

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