Development Charges

All undeveloped or vacant lots are subject to Development Charges (By-law 25-054). Development Charges are set by the County of Simcoe, the School Boards and the Municipality. All development charges are calculated and due at the time of building permit issuance. 

The following tables will help you determine what is applicable to your project.

County of Simcoe
Type2025 Development Charge2026 Development Charge
Residential$14,372.00$14,975.00
Apartments$7,705.00$8,029.00
Other Multiple Unit Residential$11,344.00$11,820.00
Non-Residential$60.46/square metre$63.01/square metre
School Boards (both are applicable)
TypeSimcoe County District School Board​Simcoe Muskoka Catholic School Board
Residential$3,711.00$2,372.00
Non Residential$0.75/sq. ft.$0.45/sq. ft.
Municipal
Type2025 Development Charge
Residential (Single and Semi-detached Dwelling)$10,046.00
Apartments (Bachelor, 1 Bedroom)$5,244.00
Apartments (2+ Bedroom)$7,664.00
Other Multiples$8,250.00
Non-Residential$79.38/sq. m.