Belmont Multi-Family Housing Development

The City of Edmonton called for proposals to develop the former surplus school site at 13207-37 Street NW in the Belmont neighbourhood. Civida, in partnership with Synergy Projects Ltd., was selected as the developer.

The proposed development will incorporate a 5-storey apartment building with a mix of 1- to 4-bedroom layouts. Around 65% of units will be offered at below-market rents, with the remainder rented at market rates. This mixed-income model is both financially sustainable and allows residents to stay in their homes as their income changes. The site plan will include on-site parking for residents and visitors.

Construction is expected to begin in Spring 2026. 

Location:

Zoning:

Status:

  • Construction began in 2026

Project Footprint:

  • Housing will be developed within the footprint originally intended for a school.
  • Adjacent green space will remain undeveloped.

City Council Reports:

Project Booklet:

The booklet below contains all the details presented during the Open House Event regarding the Belmont mixed-income, affordable housing development.

Contact

We are committed to working with the community to integrate new homes and minimize disruption. Project Partners will plan engagement opportunities with the Belmont community. More information on engagement will be shared over the coming months. 

  • Should you have any questions, please contact [email protected].
  • For questions relating to the City of Edmonton’s Surplus School Sites and zoning processes, please contact [email protected]. 

As part of the City of Edmonton’s Surplus School Sites program, which reimagines former school sites into affordable homes across the city, Civida and Synergy Projects Ltd. were selected to develop much-needed affordable housing in Belmont.

Driven by a shared commitment to expanding high quality affordable housing opportunities for Edmontonians, the partnership will deliver 172 safe, modern homes. The new development will support community well-being, dignity, and inclusion.

GEC Architecture will lead the design, incorporating sustainable materials, culturally inclusive spaces, and family-focused layouts. Synergy Projects Ltd. will oversee construction, while Civida will manage and operate the properties upon completion.

 

Project Timeline

 

  • The surplus school sites were designated for affordable housing in 2015. You can find more information on the process at edmonton.ca/AffordableHousing, under the Surplus School Sites section.
  • The City began sharing information about this development project in early 2024 and Council approved the sale of the land in February 2025.
  • Construction is expected to begin in 2026.

Community Engagement

Project partners are committed to building strong relationships with our neighbours to maintain a safe and well-connected community.

Good Neighbour Event: August 26, 2026
Hosted by Synergy Projects

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Good Neighbour Event on August 26, 2026 at the South Clareview Community League. This event gave the residents opportunity to connect with the project team, discover more about the development, and learn about the upcoming construction activities and timelines.

Open House Event: November 18, 2025

Thank you to everyone who joined our Open House Event on November 18, 2025 at South Clareview Community Hall. We appreciate your time, questions, and insights shared.

The event provided the opportunity to share updates on the Belmont affordable housing development, and connect with our project partners. During the event, our project partners featured information stations on project milestones, affordable housing in Edmonton, and the building’s features, as well as opportunities to share thoughts on how we can be good neighbours throughout the construction process.

Thank you for being part of this important conversation.

City of Edmonton Neighbour Outreach