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CBRM Secondary and Backyard Suite Support

Cape Breton Regional Municipality provides housing support for eligible secondary and backyard suite projects.

About this program

Cape Breton Regional Municipality's housing support programs include assistance for homeowners and property owners who add secondary or backyard suites. The support is intended to increase smaller-scale rental housing supply and help property owners bring new legal units into the local housing market, subject to municipal program criteria, permits, and available funding.

Eligibility

Eligible homeowners and property owners in Cape Breton Regional Municipality may apply for support to create secondary or backyard suites.

Requirements

  • Property must be located in Cape Breton Regional Municipality.
  • Project must create an eligible secondary or backyard suite.
  • Applicant must meet municipal zoning, permitting, and program requirements.