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Cornwall City Council delays decision on lowering home development fees due to revenue concerns.
Cornwall City Council postponed deciding on a proposal to temporarily cut development charges for single- and semi-detached homes from $16,367 to $5,000 starting January 1, 2026, citing concerns over potential impacts on city revenue and tax rates.
The move aims to address a sharp decline in new home permits—only 12 single-family and seven semi-detached units approved since May 2025.
Council members requested more data, including regional comparisons and a five-year housing trend analysis, before acting.
Ontario’s Bill 17, which delays payment until occupancy, is already reducing upfront costs for builders.
The council will delay a final decision to allow staff to gather additional information.
El Ayuntamiento de Cornwall retrasa la decisión sobre la reducción de las tarifas de desarrollo de viviendas debido a preocupaciones de ingresos.