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City of Ottawa Agenda Ottawa City Council Agenda 2026-04-22

City approves $250M partnership with Build Canada Homes

up to $250 million (City contribution, largely via fee and charge exemptions and tax relief)City of OttawaBUILD CANADA HOMESApril 22, 2026

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Description

Ottawa City Council approved a major partnership with Build Canada Homes that provides up to $250 million in municipal financial support, including extensive fee exemptions and long-term property tax relief, to accelerate affordable and attainable housing projects. Authority was delegated to senior staff to negotiate and execute all necessary partnership agreements and implement tailored planning and permitting processes for BCH developments.

Contract Details

Contract Amount

up to $250 million (City contribution, largely via fee and charge exemptions and tax relief)

Vendor

BUILD CANADA HOMES

Agency

City of Ottawa, Canada

Contract Type

OTHER

Document Date

April 22, 2026

Contract Term

Property tax exemption for 75 years for designated Municipal Housing Facility units; other financial measures apply for the life of projects developed under the partnership

Renewal Info

Property tax exemption for designated Municipal Housing Facility units is granted for 75 years; any extensions or amendments would require future Council action. Other financial incentives, such as fee and charge exemptions, apply to projects developed under the partnership for their respective approval periods.