| name | Consolidated Due Diligence Report |
| description | A comprehensive pre-acquisition report for investors and developers that combines zoning analysis, development potential, financial feasibility, and risk assessment into a single document. |
16. Consolidated Due Diligence Report
What It Is
A comprehensive pre-acquisition report for investors and developers that combines zoning analysis, development potential, financial feasibility, and risk assessment into a single document.
Why It Matters
- Investors need this before purchasing property to understand what can be built
- Lenders may require this for construction financing
- Saves weeks of separate research
How to Build It
CONSOLIDATED DUE DILIGENCE REPORT
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
- Property address and description
- Current use and condition
- Development potential (number of units, GFA, height)
- Estimated project cost
- Key risks and opportunities
- GO / CAUTION / NO-GO recommendation
SECTION 1: PROPERTY INFORMATION
- Legal description, PIN, lot dimensions
- Current assessed value (MPAC)
- Title search summary (encumbrances, easements, rights-of-way)
- Current tax amount
SECTION 2: PLANNING FRAMEWORK
- Official Plan designation and applicable policies
- Zoning category and development standards
- Secondary Plan (if applicable)
- Any active municipal studies or policy reviews affecting the area
SECTION 3: DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL
- Scenario A: As-of-right development (what can be built today)
- Scenario B: Minor variance development (what can be built
with variances)
- Scenario C: Rezoning development (maximum potential with
by-law amendment)
- For each scenario: unit count, GFA, height, parking
SECTION 4: COMPLIANCE MATRIX
[From Section 2 of this guide — for each scenario]
SECTION 5: APPROVAL PATHWAY
[From Section 17 of this guide]
SECTION 6: REQUIRED STUDIES AND ESTIMATED COSTS
[From Section 15 of this guide]
SECTION 7: FINANCIAL FEASIBILITY
[From Section 6 of this guide — for each scenario]
SECTION 8: RISK ASSESSMENT
| Risk | Likelihood | Impact | Mitigation |
|------|-----------|--------|------------|
| Variance refusal | Medium | High | Strong precedent exists |
| Heritage designation | Low | High | Check heritage register |
| Environmental contamination | [depends on history] | High | Phase 1 ESA recommended |
| Neighbour opposition | Medium | Medium | Early engagement |
| OLT appeal (by neighbours) | Low (Bill 185 restricts) | Medium | Strong planning rationale |
| Construction cost increase | Medium | Medium | Contingency budget |
| Servicing capacity | Low | High | Pre-consult with municipality |
| Archaeological findings | [depends on mapping] | Medium | Stage 1 assessment |
SECTION 9: TIMELINE ESTIMATE
[From Section 18 of this guide]
SECTION 10: CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION
- Overall assessment
- Recommended next steps (ranked by priority)
- Key decisions required
