Nova Scotia
Build in Hantsport
Affordable construction costs, municipal services, and 50-minute Halifax commute make Hantsport ideal for duplex investment
R-2
Primary Zone
From $160K
Per Unit Cost
From $2,000/mo
Standard Rent
Zoning in Hantsport
Multiple zones allow multi-family development as-of-right, with varying density allowances.
R-1
Up to 1 Units
Low-density residential zone for single-family dwellings. Common in established residential neighborhoods. Secondary suites may be permitted under pro...
10.5m (35 ft / 2.5 storeys)
35% coverage
R-2
Up to 2 Units
Low-density residential zone allowing duplexes and semi-detached homes. Primary zone for duplex development in Hantsport's serviced areas.
10.5m (35 ft / 2.5 storeys)
40% coverage
R-3
Up to 4 Units
Medium-density residential zone allowing triplexes and fourplexes. Limited availability in Hantsport - primarily in areas with full municipal services...
10.5m (35 ft / 3 storeys)
45% coverage
Why Build in Hantsport?
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Halifax Commuter Accessibility
Just 52 minutes from Halifax via Highway 101, Hantsport attracts workers priced out of the city. Growing remote work trends and Halifax housing costs are driving demand for affordable Valley communities.
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Full Municipal Services
Unlike many small towns, Hantsport has municipal water (from Davidson Lake) and sewer throughout the core. Recent $1+ million infrastructure upgrades ensure capacity for new development.
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15% Lower Construction Costs
Hantsport's 0.85x cost multiplier compared to HRM means significant savings on labor and materials. Combined with lower land costs, investors can achieve strong returns on modest rental rates.
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Supportive Zoning Policy
West Hants is actively rezoning R-1 to R-2 in serviced areas to encourage duplex development. Relaxed zoning policies and accelerated approvals support housing growth initiatives.
Products Available in Hantsport
Based on local zoning, these products can be built as-of-right or with standard approvals.
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