Zoning and permits Articles

Articles about zoning and permits from Helio Urban Development.

Real Estate Investing Oct 6, 2025 9 min read

Building in Rural vs. Urban Nova Scotia: How Location Impacts Your Budget

Explore how building in rural vs. urban Nova Scotia affects costs, rental income, and ROI, helping you make informed investment decisions.

Real Estate Investing Oct 6, 2025 13 min read

The Hidden Costs of Building a Home in Nova Scotia

Building multi-unit properties in Nova Scotia involves hidden costs and challenges; an integrated design-build model can streamline the process.

Sep 26, 2025 3 min read

Nova Scotia designates priority areas for transportation corridor development

Nova Scotia to designate land for future transportation corridors, imposing permits and other municipal law changes.

Sep 26, 2025 3 min read

Nova Scotia government proposes tax breaks for homes rebuilt post-wildfires

Nova Scotia bill would let municipalities cut taxes for homes rebuilt after natural disasters and speed childcare development.

Real Estate Investing Sep 24, 2025 12 min read

Halifax Design-Build Apartment Builder: One Team to Permit and Build

Explore the benefits of the design-build approach for rental properties in Halifax, offering cost certainty, faster timelines, and streamlined communication.

Real Estate Investing Sep 24, 2025 12 min read

Halifax Apartment Builder: Quick Rules of Thumb for Listing Lots

Learn essential guidelines for building multi-unit apartments in Halifax, from zoning laws to construction methods, to maximize your investment.

Real Estate Investing Sep 23, 2025 14 min read

Halifax Apartment Builder Schedule: Why 6–9 Months to SPA Is Typical

Understand the typical 6-9 month timeline for Site Plan Approvals in Halifax, including key factors and strategies to avoid delays.

Real Estate Investing Sep 23, 2025 12 min read

Understanding Land-Use Bylaws in Nova Scotia

Explore the essential land-use bylaws in Nova Scotia, including zoning, setbacks, and coastal regulations for successful property development.

Real Estate Investing Sep 23, 2025 11 min read

Halifax Apartment Builder: When Two Small Lots Beat One Bigger One

Explore the advantages of developing two smaller lots versus one larger lot in Halifax, focusing on costs, rental income, and resale flexibility.

Sep 23, 2025 2 min read

Building Permit Requirements Checker

Need a building permit? Use our free tool to check local requirements by project type and location. Get permit details and fees in seconds!

Sep 22, 2025 3 min read

Lontto Launches New Sustainable Brick Machines to Address Building Demands

Lontto unveils energy-efficient brick machines to support sustainable construction and reduce production energy use.

Sep 22, 2025 2 min read

Peikko Opens New Vietnam Office to Advance Sustainable Construction Innovations

Peikko opens a new Hanoi office to support sustainable, low-carbon precast construction across Vietnam and Southeast Asia.