This pilot program is designed to accelerate the review and approval of Development Permits (DP) for three missing middle housing types in Calgary. While maintaining the public interest considerations of discretionary DP applications, the IFTP builds on existing processes to streamline review and approval stages, reducing timelines for 6- to 8-unit  (Primary and secondary suites combined) infill housing projects.

Program goals:

• Faster approval timelines: Achieve faster approval times for high-quality designs that suit standard R-CG lots in the inner city, addressing the diverse needs of Calgary's communities. 
• Predictable results: Offering consistent and predictable timelines, costs, and built forms, this initiative simplifies property development for homeowners, thereby contributing to an increase in housing availability.

From 2023 to 2028, Calgary is expected to welcome around 110,000 new residents. To accommodate this growth, the Infill Fast Track Program (IFTP) 2.0 aligns with the City's current goals and strategies to increase housing supply and promote diverse housing options.

“Home is Here - The City of Calgary's Housing Strategy”

• Provide diverse housing and supply in developed communities on R-CG parcels.
• Streamline planning processes for better service delivery.

Calgary’s Municipal development plan (MDP)

• Contribute to increase in housing supply, as outlined in the Municipal Development Plan (MDP 2020, section 2.3.1), by accommodating a mix of dwelling types to meet various housing needs and enabling people from diverse economic and demographic backgrounds to live in the same community.

Proposed Calgary Plan

•  Enhance service delivery while supporting diverse housing options and incentivizing climate resilient designs, which aligns with the Proposed Calgary Plan 2.1.4 Housing:
  • a: allowing a variety of housing types in all neighborhoods through supportive policies, processes, and regulations
  • i: The City should incentivize net-zero and climate-resilient design and construction of new housing developments and housing retrofits using low-carbon and climate-resilient materials and methods.

Overall, this program is designed to make the development process more efficient and predictable, benefiting our customers by reducing delays and uncertainties.

1. Faster approval times: Customers can expect quicker approval times, reducing the overall project timelines.
2. Predictable costs and timelines: With consistent and predictable timelines and costs, applicants can better plan their projects and manage budgets more effectively. 
3. Simplified processes: Utilizing pre-reviewed designs eliminates the need for additional reviews by the Development Approvals Review Team (DART), further speeding up the process and reducing uncertainty.
4. Available housing options: The focus on missing middle housing types and infill development supports a variety of housing options for our customers to choose from, catering to diverse community needs and housing opportunities for future homeowners.
5. Lower fees: The fees are lower than standard DART Development Permit Fees