Most development projects
fail before the first shovel.
Missed development charges, underestimated construction costs, and invisible financing expenses are the leading cause of project failure at the feasibility stage. LandVault gives you the real numbers before you commit.
Three costs that kill projects at the feasibility stage
These aren't rare surprises — they're the predictable result of skipping proper feasibility analysis.
Development charge shock
DC fees in the Greater Toronto Area average $80,000–$140,000 per unit. Most early feasibility models either miss them entirely or use rates that are one cycle out of date.
Approval timeline blindspot
Site plan approval in Toronto averages 18–24 months. Two years of land carrying costs and construction financing charges can erase a project's entire projected margin.
Construction financing gap
A $2 million construction loan at 6.5% costs over $130,000 per year in interest alone. Most project budgets leave the financing line blank until it's too late.
Four stages every project needs to model before breaking ground
Each stage has a tool. Start at 01 — come back as the project advances.
Cost Feasibility
Hard construction costs calibrated to local benchmarks, development charges, soft costs, and contingency — before you buy land.
Due Diligence
Verify the actual DC schedule for your city. Track construction cost movement in your market so your inputs are current.
Approvals Planning
City-by-city permit and site plan approval timelines. Model the carrying cost of each stage before you start the clock.
Construction Financing
Monthly draw schedule with construction loan interest. See the true all-in project cost — downloadable as Excel.
Tools for every stage
Project Cost Estimator
Full Class 3 estimate — hard construction costs calibrated to current BCPI benchmarks, development charges for your city, soft costs (15%), and contingency (10%). Includes a printable PDF report.
Start Estimating →Development Charges Explorer
DC schedules for 32 municipalities across BC, AB, SK, ON, and NS. Filter by province and dwelling type. Compare cities side-by-side.
Explore rates →Construction Cost Index
Statistics Canada BCPI for 15 Canadian cities. Track residential and commercial construction cost trends by city and building type.
View index →Permit Timeline Tracker
City-specific approval timelines from pre-application through occupancy certificate. Enter your land cost to calculate the carrying cost of each approval stage.
View timelines →Cash Flow + Financing Model
Monthly draw schedule with construction loan interest calculation. See the true all-in project cost including financing, exportable as an Excel workbook.
Model your project →Development Pro Forma Builder
Full project pro forma: land cost, construction, development charges, soft costs, and financing combined. Calculate margin and IRR. Export to PDF.
Build your pro forma →Buildable Area Calculator
Calculate gross and net buildable area from lot size, setbacks, coverage ratios, and FAR. Estimate unit count by dwelling type and density.
Calculate buildable area →Construction Cost Database
Browse hard construction cost benchmarks by province, city, and building type. Unit costs for residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
Browse cost data →CMHC MLI Select Calculator
Model CMHC MLI Select financing: qualifying score, 95% LTV loan sizing, 50-year amortization, and debt service coverage under enhanced terms.
Model MLI Select →GST/HST New Housing Rebate
Calculate the GST/HST new housing rebate for new residential construction. Enter purchase price and province for an instant rebate estimate.
Calculate rebate →City Compare Tool
Compare development charges, construction costs, and permit timelines across multiple Canadian cities side by side. Spot the best market for your next project.
Compare cities →Built for everyone who puts real numbers on a deal
From pre-acquisition screening to lender submissions, LandVault fits the way real Canadian development professionals work.
Land Developers & Builders
Run your numbers before you bid on land.
- Accurate DC rates for 32+ municipalities
- Hard costs calibrated to local BCPI benchmarks
- All-in project model with financing and soft costs
Consultants & Planners
Instant benchmarks for every feasibility study.
- Client-ready PDF cost reports in minutes
- Side-by-side city and province comparisons
- BCPI index trends by city and building type
Investors & Lenders
Stress-test deal assumptions before you commit.
- Pro forma with DC, construction, and soft costs
- Monthly draw schedule with financing interest
- Clear margin indicators at every project stage
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about the data, coverage, and pricing.
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