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Smarter Growth Starts Here
We blend market data and builder know-how to spark strategic growth through low-rise multi-unit housing.
BuildingIN's Mission
We believe the future of housing starts at the neighbourhood level. Low-rise infill has the power to unlock much-needed housing supply, yet it’s one of the hardest urban growth types to predict. BuildingIN gives planners the precise insights and tools they need to spot, assess, and act on low-rise multi‑unit housing potential, helping municipalities meet their housing goals affordably, while creating vibrant, welcoming, and connected communities.
Why Low-Rise Infill?
Low‑rise, multi‑unit infill is the practical way to deliver the “missing middle” housing that so many Official Plans and Housing Strategies call for. These projects bring gentle density into walkable, transit‑served areas—adding homes without overwhelming existing infrastructure. And because they use repeatable, modular building forms, low‑rise infill can be delivered quickly and consistently.
Meet Municipal Housing Goals with Confidence
We offer tailored programs and services designed to support your municipal growth goals.
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Accelerate Housing Supply: Streamline approvals and scale infill development by aligning policy, zoning, and market factors.
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Build a Diverse Mix of Homes: Support the development of a variety of housing types and tenures that meet the needs of all households and foster inclusive communities.
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Enhance Community Character: Integrate new homes thoughtfully to preserve and strengthen neighbourhood vibrancy.
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Remove Barriers to Infill: Identify and eliminate regulatory and procedural obstacles to unlock a new wave of low-rise multi-unit housing potential.
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Meet Federal Priorities: Align local housing growth strategies with federal goals for coordinated success.
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Balance Municipal Budgets: Promote smart infill growth that maximizes existing infrastructure, strengthens municipal finances, and preserves undeveloped natural areas.
Solutions
Map Areas Ideal for Infill. Infill doesn’t happen on its own, it takes careful planning. We qualify and map targeted areas, block by block, to reveal where infill is most likely to go and the best fit for the municipality.
Barriers and Opportunities. Unlock infill housing potential by identifying and removing barriers in existing regulations including zoning, parking constraints, other regulations, and municipal processes.
Scenario Testing. Planning to update a by-law? Explore and compare different regulatory options to predict how the housing market will respond—saving you time and effort before committing to changes.
Housing Supply and Diversity Simulations. We analyze builder proformas, local regulations, and market conditions to simulate what will get built, where it will happen, and the pace of construction.
Fiscal Outcomes. Analyze how infill growth impacts municipal finances to ensure development strategies strengthen fiscal health.
Emission Outcomes. Model the reductions in average household emissions and visualize the environmental benefits from infill housing.
3D Modelling of Buildings and Streetscapes. 3D models of housing types and sizes help visualize neighbourhood changes, supporting council and public meetings by showing how infill fits and enhances existing character.
Public Consultations. We ask residents what they value most in their neighbourhoods, then compare outcomes to those values. This builds trust, shared vision, and community support, while giving planners the insights they need for collaborative decisions.
Identify Barriers and Opportunities
Simply updating zoning doesn’t guarantee new infill homes will follow, or that communities will welcome them. At BuildingIN, we look beyond surface fixes and distinguish between the ones that protect community goals, and the ones that only slow progress.
By analyzing data and engaging directly with cities and residents, we identify barriers early on. Because you can’t create effective zoning or by-law updates without a clear understanding of what’s truly in the way.
Simulate Realistic Policy Scenarios
BuildingIN lets planners explore regulatory scenarios upfront—avoiding the hassle and delays of zoning by-law changes. See how different rules will impact housing types, growth locations, infrastructure needs, and emissions before making decisions.
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Housing: Predict what will actually get built—types, sizes, and where.
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Fiscal: Understand financial impacts to invest strategically in infrastructure.
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Emissions: Model carbon reductions from multi-unit infill designs that outperform traditional insulation.
Create Stronger Neighbourhoods
BuildingIN recognizes that successful infill isn’t just about adding new homes—it’s about revitalizing neighbourhoods in ways residents can see and feel. While infill sometimes faces skepticism, it actually helps enhance neighbourhood charm, attract diverse families, and support local businesses.
Infill presents an opportunity to:
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Upgrade aging areas
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Sustain community amenities like parks and schools
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Attract and retain diverse families
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Support local businesses and economies
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Enhance neighbourhood character and livability
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Build vibrant, resilient communities
Collaborators
About BuildingIN
20+ Years of Experience: Our diverse team of architects, planners, consultants, and engineers brings 20+ years of hands-on experience designing and delivering infill housing solutions.
Recognized Leaders: Proud CMHC Housing Supply Challenge semi-finalists and runners-up, reflecting our innovative approach to accelerating housing supply.
Deep Insights: We’ve completed over 50 projects and more than 130 planning and approval initiatives. This hands-on knowledge fuels BuildingIN’s unmatched expertise in navigating the intricacies of infill success.
Nationwide Reach: Partnering with municipalities across Canada, ranging from small towns of 5,000 to major urban centers with populations up to 1 million.
We are Canada’s leader in low-rise, multi-unit infill planning and forecasting, combining deep expertise with a proven track record to help cities overcome barriers to housing growth.
20+ Years of Experience: Our diverse team of architects, planners, consultants, and engineers brings 20+ years of hands-on experience designing and delivering infill housing solutions.
Nationwide Reach: Partnering with municipalities across Canada, ranging from small towns of 5,000 to major urban centers with populations up to 1 million.
Deep Insights: We’ve completed over 50 projects and more than 130 planning and approval initiatives. This hands-on knowledge fuels BuildingIN’s unmatched expertise in navigating the intricacies of infill success.
Recognized Leaders: Proud CMHC Housing Supply Challenge semi-finalists and runners-up, reflecting our innovative approach to accelerating housing supply.
Join our Municipal Partnership Program
Empower
Growth
If your municipality is growing, we’d love to help you take advantage of exclusive program subsidies and expert services tailored to support your low-rise multi-unit infill housing and infrastructure goals. Learn more to see if your municipality is eligible and apply today.
Curious about low-rise infill or how it can shape your municipality?
We’d love to hear from you! Reach out anytime to chat, ask questions, or explore ideas together with the BuildingIN team.