Off-site levies partially pay for infrastructure that provides residents with vibrant communities in which to live, work and play. The Off-site Levies Bylaw contains the methodology for calculating our off-site levy rates and the levy rate for each infrastructure type. The types of infrastructure for which we collect off-site levies include:

• Water distribution and wastewater collection infrastructure, drainage systems and treatment plants.
• Transportation (interchanges, structures over creeks and railways, road extensions and traffic signals).
• Community or recreation facilities (emergency service and police stations, aquatic and fitness centres and libraries).

Periodically we review and update the Off-site Levies Bylaw to ensure the bylaw and levy charges are current. The updates to the inputs for the calculation consider Calgary's infrastructure needs and costs in response to changes in the economy and the pace of development.

Definition of scope

The Off-site Levies Bylaw, which was approved by Council in January 2024, will be receiving an input update in 2026.

The City will be engaging with the development industry and the public to ensure a transparent process in updating the inputs for the bylaw.

Description of off-site levies

Off-site levies are an important tool for funding growth in Calgary, as they provide a funding source for the infrastructure required to support a growing city. Off-site levies enable costs to be appropriately shared by those who benefit from infrastructure, while allowing The City to accommodate the growing number of people and businesses that are choosing Calgary as home. In many cases, off-site levies pay a portion of the cost, with the remainder coming from other City sources of funding. The City charges off-site levies when a new greenfield development agreement is signed or when a development permit is approved in the Established Area.

Description of consultation process

The review of the Off-Site Levies Bylaw began in late 2025 and continues into early 2026 with engagement from The City and key interested parties in the development and building industry. This includes input from the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD), the National Association for Industrial and Office Parks (NAIOP), Calgary Inner City Builders Association (CICBA), as well as members of the public.