Construction process Articles

Articles about construction process from Helio Urban Development.

Sustainable Real Estate Aug 26, 2025 11 min read

ER-3 (ER3) Construction Budget: $/Unit Benchmarks and What Moves Them

Explore the cost factors and financing options for ER-3 construction in Nova Scotia, balancing standard and energy-efficient builds.

Real Estate Investing Aug 26, 2025 11 min read

ER-3 (ER3) Design Pitfalls: Grade, Entrance Count, and Corner-Lot Tactics

Learn how to avoid costly design pitfalls in ER-3 zoning projects, from grading issues to entrance design and corner lot strategies.

Sustainable Real Estate Aug 26, 2025 11 min read

CMHC MLI Select for ER-3 (ER3): Underwriting, Rents, and Cost Bands

Explore how CMHC's MLI Select program simplifies building rental properties in Halifax's ER-3 zones, boosting affordability and energy efficiency.

Real Estate Investing Aug 25, 2025 14 min read

ER-3 (ER3) Return on Cost: Build-to-Rent vs Build-to-Sell

Evaluate the ER-3 Return on Cost metric to choose between build-to-rent and build-to-sell strategies in Nova Scotia's real estate market.

Real Estate Investing Aug 25, 2025 12 min read

ER-3 (ER3) Land Assembly: When Two Lots Beat One - Yield Math

Combining two lots in ER-3 zoning can boost rental income and efficiency for developers in Nova Scotia, offering significant financial advantages.

Sustainable Real Estate Aug 25, 2025 10 min read

ER-3 (ER3) Mechanical & Servicing: Compact Stacks That Save GFA

Learn how ER-3 mechanical systems optimize space and costs in multi-unit rentals, enhancing energy efficiency and construction timelines.

Real Estate Investing Aug 25, 2025 11 min read

ER-3 (ER3) SPA Package: Drawings, Studies, and Timeline to Approval

Streamline your multi-unit residential project in Nova Scotia with the ER-3 SPA package, ensuring faster approvals and compliance with regulations.

Sustainable Real Estate Aug 24, 2025 11 min read

ER-3 (ER3) Energy Model for Small Multi-Unit: What Reviewers Look For

Explore how the ER-3 energy model helps small multi-unit buildings achieve significant energy savings, improve ROI, and access financing options.

Real Estate Investing Aug 24, 2025 13 min read

ER-3 (ER3) Façade Rules That Pass First Try: Articulation, Entrances, Rhythm

Understanding ER-3 façade rules in Nova Scotia is essential for avoiding costly redesigns and ensuring project compliance for multi-unit properties.

Real Estate Investing Aug 24, 2025 10 min read

Townhouse vs 6-Plex vs 8-Plex in ER-3 (ER3): Which Pro Forma Wins?

Explore the financial benefits and challenges of investing in townhouses, 6-plexes, and 8-plexes in Halifax's ER-3 zoning.

Sustainable Real Estate Aug 24, 2025 13 min read

No Minimum Parking in ER-3 (ER3): Site Plans That Still Park Smart

Explore innovative parking strategies in Halifax's ER-3 zones, balancing tenant needs with land use for optimal development.

Sustainable Real Estate Aug 23, 2025 11 min read

Designing to 11 m (+3 m Pitched-Roof) in ER-3 (ER3): Squeezing Volume on Small Lots

Learn how to maximize space on small lots in Halifax's ER-3 zoning for multi-unit rentals while staying compliant with local regulations.