Bracebridge is a dynamic community of 16,000 permanent residents. Its idyllic setting, infrastructure, quality educational institutions, lifestyle and culture make it a very desirable place in which to live, work and play.
Bracebridge's Economic Development Branch is here to assist you throughout the site selection process. You can browse Site Selectors to access information related to:
- Demographics and Statistics
- Utilities
- Transportation Infrastructure
- Taxes
- Financial Incentives
- Key Sectors of our Economy
- Lifestyle
Other areas of interest to site selectors include:
Non-Residential Development Charge Rates
Prior to July 3, 2014, Bracebridge's non-residential development charge rate was $14.63 per square metre for new development. Today it is ZERO. Prior to July 14, 2014, the District of Muskoka's non-residential DC rate was $32.83 per square metre, today it is $17.44 per square metre. Significant cost savings are now available when developing in the Town of Bracebridge.
Residential Development Charge Rates
In July of 2014, both the Town of Bracebridge and the District Municipality of Muskoka reduced their development charge rates to encourage new development in the community. For the latest Development Charges By-law for the Town of Bracebridge, please click here.
NOTE:
The information below is provided to illustrate the Town of Bracebridge's and the District of Muskoka's commitment to increasing investment in Bracebridge through development incentives. Please contact the Town of Bracebridge and/or the District of Muskoka to verify how development charge rates will impact your development.
| Dwelling Type | Rate per unit prior to July 20, 2014 | Current rate per unit | Percent Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Singles/Semis | $4,762 | $3,222 | -32% |
| Multiples | $3,186 | $2,578 | -19% |
| Apartments (2+ bedrooms) | $3,235 | $2,285 | -29% |
| Apartments (1 bedroom or less) | $2,508 | $1,758 | -30% |
| Dwelling Type | Rate per unit prior to July 20, 2014 | Current rate per unit | Percent Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Singles/Semis/Duplex | $18,660 | $12,333 | -34% |
| Town/Row Houses | $16,421 | $10,207 | -38% |
| Triplex/Quadplex | $16,421 | $10,207 | -38% |
| High Density (2+bedrooms) | $12,316 | $8,081 | -34% |
| High Density (1 bedroom or less) | $8,210 | $5,529 | -33% |