We hear about it everyday, but
What is subdivision?
In the simplest terms, subdividing a property involves legally splitting it up into several lots – each with the potential for development.
In many cases, there’ll be an existing home on one of the resulting blocks, as when a super-sized backyard is divided into a separate lot.
Once the property subdivision is approved, there are a few potential paths to take, including:
- Selling the new or vacant lot for its development potential
- Build an investment property on the new lot, to be sold or rented out upon completion
- Demolish the existing house to make way for a larger development – for instance, building multiple townhouses
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