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Insights on rental property construction, affordable housing, and real estate investment in Nova Scotia.

Real Estate Investing Aug 12, 2025 13 min read

Small Halifax Lots Under 375m²: ER-3 Still Allows Secondary Suites

Halifax's ER-3 zoning allows small lot homeowners to add secondary suites, maximizing rental income potential without strict unit limits.

Real Estate Investing Aug 11, 2025 11 min read

Halifax Rental Housing Development: ER-3 Addresses Vacancy Crisis

ER-3 zoning in Halifax offers a solution to the rental housing crisis by allowing multi-unit developments while preserving neighbourhood character.

Real Estate Investing Aug 11, 2025 13 min read

Dartmouth Manor Park: ER-3 Zoning in Established Neighborhoods

Explore how ER-3 zoning in Dartmouth's Manor Park promotes medium-density rental housing while preserving community character.

Real Estate Investing Aug 11, 2025 12 min read

Centre Plan Implementation: Halifax ER3 Effective Since 2021

Explore how Halifax's ER3 zoning fosters multi-unit residential developments, addressing housing demands while offering lucrative investment opportunities.

Real Estate Investing Aug 11, 2025 9 min read

Halifax 3-Storey Apartments: ER-3 Maximum Height Without Variance

Understand Halifax's ER-3 zoning for 3-storey apartments, including height limits, setbacks, and how to maximize units without variances.

Real Estate Investing Aug 10, 2025 10 min read

Young Avenue Halifax Stays ER-2: Heritage Protection Limits Density

Young Avenue's strict ER-2 zoning and heritage rules create unique challenges for property development, limiting density and investment returns.

Real Estate Investing Aug 10, 2025 11 min read

Halifax Fourplex Development: Now Legal on ER-3 Properties

Halifax's new ER-3 zoning allows fourplex developments, addressing housing demand while offering lucrative rental income opportunities.

Sustainable Real Estate Aug 10, 2025 12 min read

Dartmouth Family Housing: ER-3 Allows Multi-Generational Properties

Dartmouth's ER-3 zoning enables multi-generational housing, offering financial benefits and addressing housing needs with innovative designs.

Sustainable Real Estate Aug 10, 2025 12 min read

Build Without Rezoning Halifax: ER-3 As-of-Right Development

Learn how ER-3 zoning in Halifax simplifies the process for building multi-unit rentals without rezoning delays, maximizing investment potential.

Real Estate Investing Aug 9, 2025 12 min read

Halifax Property Now Worth More: ER-3 Upzoning Adds Value

Halifax's new ER-3 zoning allows up to eight residential units per lot, significantly boosting property values and rental income potential.

Real Estate Investing Aug 9, 2025 13 min read

Federal Housing Fund Halifax: How Zoning Changes Unlock Development

Halifax's zoning reforms are streamlining multi-unit rental development, enabling faster approvals and financial incentives for property owners.

Real Estate Investing Aug 9, 2025 12 min read

Halifax Small Apartment Buildings: 6-Month Construction Under ER3

Halifax's ER3 zoning accelerates small apartment construction to six months, offering predictable costs and attractive rental returns for investors.