Development Charges Guide effective July 1, 2026 (York Region, Town, school boards)

Whitchurch-Stouffville, Ontario · summary & facts

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Public Services Single & Multiple Unit Large Apartment Small < 700 ft² Non-Retail Hotel Retail Category Semi-detached (Townhomes) Apartment (Commercial) No Water & Sewer $47,644 $40,713 $33,024 $20,921 $14.19 / ft² $4.85 / ft² $54.78 / ft² Water (only) $55,751 $47,640 $38,643 $24,481 $16.82 / ft² $5.68 / ft² $58.63 / ft² Water & Sewer $84,718 $72,392 $58,721 $37,202 $26.37 / ft² $8.65 / ft² $72.42 / ft² Public Services Single & Multiple Unit Apartments Apartments Special Care/ Category Semi-detached (Townhomes) 2+ Bedrooms 1- Bedroom Dwelling Units No Water & Sewer $38,646 $31,782 $25,520 $17,483 $13,020 Water (only) $41,752 $34,336 $27,571 $18,888 $14,067 Water & Sewer $48,081 $39,541 $31,751 $21,751 $16,200 Combined Charges $7.45 / ft² $9.04 / ft² $12.25 / ft² YORK EDUCATION SCHOOL BOARDS (Public & Catholic) Residential (per Unit) Non-Residential (per GFA) $8,934 / Dwelling (Industrial-Commercial-Institutional) $1.72 / ft² Commercial/Industrial DEVELOPMENT CHARGES GUIDE This Guide is EFFECTIVE on July 1, 2026 NOTE: this guide of the various development charges is for a simplified explanation and understanding of these fees. For precise interpretations and info please consult the respective By-Laws available online. This guide is not applicable to developments prepaid or credited under an agreement. Total charges/levies due are calculated by adding together the Region's, the Town's and the School Board's charges. Applicable charges are calculated (and usually due) based on the date of Building Permit issuance. DCs are normally payable for new buildings, enlarged buildings and/or changes of use to a higher rated category, unless the development qualifies for an exemption or credit. YORK REGION Residential (per Unit) Non-Residential (per GFA) (Industrial-Office-Institutional & Hotel) WHITCHURCH-STOUFFVILLE Residential (per Unit) Non-Residential(per GFA)