For Builders & Developers

CALGARY'S REZONING APPEAL - WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

Posted on Mar 05, 2026 in For Builders & Developers


If you’re a builder or developer, here’s something important to keep on your radar: The City of Calgary has scheduled a public hearing on Monday, March 23, 2026, regarding the proposed repeal of the citywide blanket rezoning that came into effect in August 2024. If passed, this could have real implications for your infill projects, so it’s worth un...

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DECEMBER 2025 DEVELOPER REPORT

Posted on Dec 01, 2025 in For Builders & Developers



New infills resume their steady pace as we inch towards the Holiday Season.  

Single-family new infills posted 20 sales in November, down from the sizeable 37 sales recorded last month and from the 31 sales recorded in November of last year. Year-to-date, sales for single-family new infills are down 16.6% compared to last year.

Single-family new-infil...

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WHAT IS MIDDLE HOUSING?

Posted on Nov 06, 2025 in For Builders & Developers


Calgary is growing — and with that growth comes a pressing need for more diverse, affordable, and sustainable housing options. For decades, Calgary's housing market has been primarily made up of two extremes: single-family homes and high-rise apartments. What’s missing? Something in between — and that’s exactly where "middle housing" comes in.

In th...

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CMHC MLI SELECT PROGRAM - A BREAKDOWN

Posted on Sep 08, 2025 in For Builders & Developers


As housing demand grows across Canada, new programs are emerging to support more affordable, accessible, and environmentally sustainable rental housing. One of the most talked-about initiatives is the CMHC’s MLI Select program.

This government-backed mortgage loan insurance program is designed to encourage the preservation and creation of housing th...

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PROS & CONS OF 3-STOREY INFILLS

Posted on Jun 23, 2025 in For Builders & Developers



As Calgary’s urban landscape continues to evolve and land costs steadily rise, 3-storey infills are becoming an increasingly common sight in established inner-city communities. For builders and developers looking to maximize value and functionality on smaller lots, this design approach offers clear advantages, but it also poses unique challenges.

Wh...

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UP-AND-COMING ESTATE INFILL COMMUNITIES

Posted on Feb 11, 2025 in For Builders & Developers



Are you looking to build a new estate home in a community with growth potential? Calgary boasts several inner-city neighbourhoods that are gaining popularity among high-end buyers looking for a quiet, luxury community without the crazy-high cost of land in most established estate communities. In our opinion, there are many communities in Calgary, o...

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