Construction process Articles

Articles about construction process from Helio Urban Development.

Sustainable Real Estate Sep 13, 2025 12 min read

Halifax Multifamily Builder: CMHC MLI Select - What Lenders Check First

Explore how Halifax builders can secure favorable loan terms through the CMHC MLI Select program by focusing on affordability and project viability.

Real Estate Investing Sep 13, 2025 11 min read

Dartmouth Apartment Builder: Where Small Buildings Lease Fast

Explore the growing demand for small rental units in Dartmouth, the benefits of efficient building practices, and how to maximize rental income.

Real Estate Investing Sep 13, 2025 9 min read

Halifax Apartment Builder: Can I Build 4–8 Units on One City Lot?

Explore the new zoning rules in Halifax that simplify building 4-8 multi-unit homes on a single lot, impacting property owners and developers.

Real Estate Investing Sep 12, 2025 13 min read

Halifax Apartment Builder Contracts: Fixed-Price vs Cost-Plus for Small ProjectsBest Apartment Builder in Halifax? How We Evaluate Builders for Urban Infill

Learn the pros and cons of fixed-price and cost-plus contracts for apartment projects in Halifax, and how to choose the right builder for success.

Sustainable Real Estate Sep 12, 2025 7 min read

Halifax Apartment Builder Pricing: Light-Wood vs Mass Timber, Where Costs Move

Explore the cost and efficiency differences between light-wood and mass timber construction for Halifax apartments.

Real Estate Investing Sep 12, 2025 11 min read

ER-3 (ER3) Builder Halifax: 11 m (+3 m Roof) and Zero Minimum Parking - What That Means for Design

Halifax's new ER-3 zoning fosters innovative multi-unit designs, boosting rental potential and reducing costs by lifting height limits and parking mandates.

Real Estate Investing Sep 12, 2025 6 min read

CEN-2 (CEN2) Developer Downtown Dartmouth: FAR (Floor Area Ratio) vs Height - What Caps First

Explore how Floor Area Ratio (FAR) and height restrictions shape multi-unit residential projects in Downtown Dartmouth's CEN-2 zone.

Real Estate Investing Sep 11, 2025 13 min read

COR Corridor Builder Dartmouth: Mixed-Use Over Retail That Appraises

Explore the benefits of mixed-use developments in Dartmouth's COR zones, highlighting zoning advantages, financing options, and design strategies for success.

Sustainable Real Estate Sep 11, 2025 15 min read

HR-1 (HR1) Apartment Builder Halifax: 3–6 Storeys with Neighbour Transitions

Explore HR-1 zoning in Halifax, focusing on mid-rise apartment development and strategies for compliance and profitability in neighbourhood transitions.

Real Estate Investing Sep 11, 2025 14 min read

Dartmouth Multifamily Builder: SPA (Site Plan Approval) Timeline and Milestones

Explore the Site Plan Approval process for multifamily projects in Dartmouth, detailing essential steps, timelines, and compliance requirements.

Real Estate Investing Sep 11, 2025 9 min read

ER-3 (ER3) Builder Halifax: How Many Units Fit on a Typical Lot?Halifax Apartment Builder: 4–12 Units Without Rezoning

Explore Halifax's ER-3 zoning, allowing up to 8 units per lot without rezoning, streamlining multi-unit residential development.

Real Estate Investing Sep 10, 2025 14 min read

ER-1 (ER1) & ER-2 (ER2) Builder Halifax: Backyard/Secondary Suites Explained

Learn about Halifax's new zoning regulations for backyard and secondary suites, which simplify construction and enhance rental income opportunities.