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TARGETED RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENT
Communities Ready for Growth

AVAILABLE & AFFORDABLE LAND
Cost for land in Emerson-Franklin are among Canada’s most affordable. We offer an attractive place for residential development and a streamlined process for tapping into our available serviced land.
There are several identified development areas across the Municipality with a full range of services, including: ​
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Targeted development areas with a full range of municipal services, energy and digital technology
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Standard potable water and sanitary waste systems and treatment facilities
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Available areas for seasonal recreational development
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Available construction, trades and construction materials supply​​​

MAIN STREET REDEVELOPMENT
Emerson and Dominion City are Emerson-Franklin’s two largest town centres, both of which have an established main street area with distinct architectural features that date back to the late nineteenth century. Our town centres strike a balance between the feel of a close-knit community and the amenities of an established downtown. There are plenty of unique infill development opportunities among these historic town centres, which include: ​
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Church, Dominion and Main Street in Emerson
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Waddell Avenue in Dominion City
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Main Street in Tolstoi​​​​​

SMALL TOWN QUALITY OF LIFE
Life in Emerson-Franklin is envied for its stark prairie beauty, rich community heritage and strong social ties. With modern infrastructure technology, growing entrepreneurship and leadership, Emerson-Franklin offers a small-town quality of life along with the benefits of modern urban amenities and services. With low housing prices, affordable consumer goods and services, along with attractive incentives, living in Emerson-Franklin means doing more within your means, and more time to spend on the activities that matter most to you.
RESIDENTIAL ADVANTAGE
Room to Build. Reasons to Stay.
With affordable land, municipal services and vibrant communities, Emerson-Franklin offers exceptional opportunities for residential development.
Affordable & Serviced Land
Cost-effective development opportunities with municipal services in place.
3 Town Centres
Emerson, Dominion City and Tolstoi offer distinctive infill and redevelopment opportunities.
Up to $25K per Unit
Available through the Municipality’s housing incentive program.
WHY EMERSON-FRANKLIN
Communities Ready for Growth
Emerson-Franklin’s economic experts have analyzed and identified the following markets to have unique and favourable opportunities within the Targeted Residential Development sector:

Condominium Development
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Younger population will need affordable housing options
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Land available in urban centres

Hotel & Hospitality
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Strategic location near the international border
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Accommodation for travellers and workers
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Growing tourism and business demand

Rural Residential Development
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Since 2020 our rural communities have experienced the largest growth rate in terms of new residences
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Peaceful, well-connected communities

Seniors’ Housing
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Continuing-care retirement communities
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Independent and assisted living
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Active-living development opportunities

Seasonal Recreation Accommodations
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Eight campgrounds across the Municipality
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Seasonal lots and recreation accommodations
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Access to outdoor attractions and amenities

Healthy Living Centre
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Recreation Services
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Retail Services
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Fitness Programs
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BUSINESS SUPPORT
Incentives That Move Projects Forward
Several incentives and supports are available and open to discussion with our Staff and Council to assist you in achieving your business objectives.
Opportunity Zone
Redirecting a grant of up to 100% of accruing municipal tax to targeted development projects like multi-family housing.
Shared Building Ownership
The Municipality and investor would create a joint venture to make more equity capital available.

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Ready to start your next business investment or expansion in Emerson-Franklin? There are Several Resources and Supports Available to Assist Investors and Business.
