Affordable Housing Grant Program
The Affordable Housing Grant Program is funded through the Government of Canada’s Housing Accelerator Fund. The grant program is open to developers for costs associated with the development, construction or building conversion of new affordable housing units. Applicants must have a Development and Building Permit issued between January 22, 2025, and June 30, 2027, inclusive, to apply. For more information, please visit https://www.townofyarmouth.ca/affordable-housing-grant-program-2.html
Building and Occupancy Fees Waived Until March 31, 2027
To help accelerate construction projects and increase the supply of housing within town limits, the Town of Yarmouth is waiving building and occupancy permit fees over the next three years. If you are planning a new build, or structural changes, an addition, or change of use to a current property, a permit is required for projects greater than $5000.
Until March 31, 2027, NO FEES will be charged for Building and Occupancy Permits!
Visit our development office at Town Hall, 3rd floor 400 Main Street, Monday to Friday 8 am to 5 pm, or visit our development and building permits page for more information.