Vaughan Drops Development Charges to Zero (2026)

Vaughan development charges hit zero in 2026, saving new home buyers up to $50,193

Vaughan development charges dropped to zero on April 28, 2026, making Vaughan the first major GTA city to do it. The temporary policy runs through October 31, 2027. New home buyers could save up to $50,193 per low-rise build, and the saving stacks with the federal GST and Ontario HST rebates.