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Property Potential Report

448 Viewmount Dr

ZoneN2BUnits possible6Buildable envelope204 m²Lot size525 m²Frontage12 mMax height11 m
  • The specific project shape overlaid on the map. Sized to the lot's own numbers so you can see how the build sits within the buildable envelope.
  • Main building · assumed removed for this scenario
  • The area that is legally buildable after applying the required setbacks from every lot line. New construction has to fit inside this outline.
  • Lot boundary

Multiplex

Worth reviewing
+75%estimated property value increase

Zoning may support additional-unit paths, but a larger multiplex should be treated as planner-review only, verify layout, servicing, parking, and code first.

Build budget
$1.5M-$2.4M
Monthly rent
$12K-$16K/mo
Annual revenue
$144K-$194K/yr
Payback
8-17 yrs
Rough estimates to frame the conversation: Per-unit ranges from Ottawa 2-bed market rent and turnkey build cost. Real numbers depend on unit mix, parking strategy, financing, and operating expenses, and land cost is not included.

Up to 6 units allowed under N2B zoning, which is more headroom than many nearby lots carry. Treat it as a starting point: survey, services, and site conditions still decide what actually fits.

What you could build

Every path reviewed for this lot. Pick one to update the lot and details above.

The path from here
  1. 1
    Confirm surveyHomeowner / surveyor / designer
    Confirm
  2. 2
    Verify setbacks and overlaysDesigner / planner
    Checked
  3. 3
    Create concept designDesigner
    Pending
  4. 4
    Prepare permit drawingsDesigner / architect
    Pending
  5. 5
    Submit to cityDesigner / applicant
    Pending
  6. 6
    Respond to review commentsDesigner
    Pending
  7. 7
    Permit issuedCity
    Pending
What your lot allows
Up to 6 units allowed under N2B zoning
Best path
Multi-Unit
The number that stood out
Up to 6 rentable units; Ottawa two-bedrooms average about $1,950/mo (CMHC market average, not an appraisal)
Room to build
About 200 sq m of room to build within today's rules
Main thing to confirm
A structural review of the existing home is required before construction.

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Technical zoning details
Zone
N2B
Zone label
Neighbourhood 2 - Subzone B
Lot area
525 m²
Lot width
12.4 m
Lot depth
42.9 m
Existing building
135 m²
Buildable envelope
204 m²
Max height
11 m
Max coverage
45%
Other paths reviewed
  • Second-storey additionA second-storey addition may be one of the more practical ways to add living space on this property, provided the final design stays within the permitted height and the existing structure can support the work.
  • Severance / lot-splitSeverance feasibility depends on detailed lot dimensions and existing-building placement. A planner review is recommended on any property where this upside may be in play.
Preliminary review only

This is not a permit, survey, legal opinion, or final planning approval.

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This report is a preliminary zoning/buildability snapshot generated by Zoned. It is not a building permit, legal opinion, survey, or final planning approval. Final feasibility may depend on detailed design, site conditions, servicing, easements, heritage, trees, conservation authority review, and municipal permit review.