6408 Renaud Road| 28-Unit Residential Development

Inclusive. Accessible. Sustainable. Community-Focused. 6408 Renaud Road is a 28-unit low-rise residential development in Orléans designed to bring thoughtful, inclusive and sustainable housing to a growing Ottawa community. The project represents NCTL Group's vision of creating housing that goes beyond simply adding units. It is an opportunity to create a community where affordability, accessibility, sustainability and diverse housing needs come together. Located in the Chapel Hill South area of Orléans, the development introduces a compact, low-rise form of missing-middle housing that responds to the evolving character and housing needs of the neighbourhood.

Location

Orléans, Ottawa, Ontario

Size

20,355 Sq Ft

Type

Multi-Residential Development

Partner on this project

Overview

The 6408 Renaud Road development consists of three low-rise residential buildings containing 28 homes, thoughtfully arranged around shared outdoor spaces and pedestrian connections. The proposed housing mix includes one-, two- and four-bedroom homes, creating housing options for singles and couples as well as families. The project has been designed to support gentle intensification while maintaining a low-rise built form that responds to its surrounding residential context. The development also incorporates accessible pathways, secure bicycle parking, communal and private outdoor amenity areas, landscaping and energy-efficient building design. With the introduction of the City's new Zoning By-law 2026-50, the site can accommodate up to 32 units. The NCTL proposal intentionally provides 28 units, creating a balance between additional housing supply and thoughtful site planning.

Project Highlights

28 New Homes

A diverse mix of housing designed for different household sizes and stages of life.

Approximately 30% Affordable Housing

The project is being advanced with a commitment to increasing access to affordable housing within the community.

Approximately 20% Accessible Housing

Accessibility is integrated into the development to support residents with different mobility and housing needs.

Energy-Efficient Design

The project incorporates high-performance, energy-efficient building design as part of NCTL's commitment to more sustainable communities.

Missing-Middle Housing

The development introduces compact, low-rise housing that contributes to gentle intensification and more efficient use of urban land.

Inclusive Community

NCTL is exploring partnerships with local organizations to create housing opportunities for residents who may benefit from additional community and support networks.

Project Details

Project: 6408 Renaud Road
Location: Orléans, Ottawa, Ontario
Developer: NCTL Homes Inc.
Development: 28 residential units
Buildings: 3 low-rise residential buildings
Building height: Approximately 10.5 metres / 3.5 storeys
Gross floor area: Approximately 1,891 m²
Unit mix: 16 one-bedroom, 8 two-bedroom and 4 four-bedroom units
Affordable housing: Approximately 30%
Accessible housing: Approximately 20%
Vehicle parking: 15 spaces, including an accessible space
Bicycle parking: 12 secure long-term spaces
Outdoor amenity: Communal outdoor space plus private balconies, patios and/or porches
Landscaping: New tree, shrub, grass and perennial plantings
Site access: One shared vehicular access from Renaud Road
Design approach: Low-rise, pedestrian-oriented and community-focused
Planning: Arcadis
Urban Design: Modulink Planning & Design
Current stage: Site Plan Control and Building Permit application phase

The project provides a total of 28 units while remaining below the 32-unit maximum permitted under the applicable zoning framework. The unit sizes range from approximately 39 m² for one-bedroom units to approximately 85 m² for four-bedroom units.

Investor Perspective

From an investment perspective, 6408 Renaud Road represents an opportunity to combine responsible real estate investment with measurable community impact.

The project makes efficient use of an urban property while introducing a diverse residential unit mix in an area experiencing continued growth and development.

For NCTL Group, successful development is not measured solely by the number of homes constructed. It is measured by the quality of the community created, the long-term usefulness of the housing and the value generated for residents and stakeholders.

The project demonstrates how private-sector development can contribute to broader housing objectives while maintaining a financially sustainable development model.

NCTL also sees value in working with community organizations, housing advocates and local stakeholders. The project has already created opportunities to explore partnerships focused on inclusive housing, including conversations with the Orléans Independent Living Advocate Network, a group of local families advocating for long-term housing opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities.

These relationships help ensure that the development responds not only to market demand, but also to real community needs.

Why This Project Matters

Ottawa's growth requires housing solutions that are diverse, accessible, affordable and sustainable.

6408 Renaud Road demonstrates how a relatively compact development can contribute to these objectives without relying exclusively on large-scale apartment buildings.

The project introduces a range of unit sizes, allowing different household types to live within the same community. Its low-rise form integrates with the surrounding neighbourhood while contributing additional housing supply.

It also reflects an important shift in how housing can be designed: not simply around a single demographic, but around the different needs people may have throughout their lives.

Families need larger homes. Singles and couples need smaller homes. Seniors may require accessible housing. People with disabilities may require homes that allow them to live more independently. A healthy community needs space for all of them.

6408 Renaud Road is designed with that broader perspective in mind.

Community Impact

More Housing

The project adds 28 new homes to a growing Orléans community and makes more efficient use of existing urban land.

Greater Housing Choice

The combination of one-, two- and four-bedroom homes provides options for different household sizes and stages of life.

Affordable Housing

Approximately 30% of the homes are intended to be affordable, helping expand housing options for households seeking more attainable housing.

Accessibility

Approximately 20% of the homes are intended to be accessible, supporting more inclusive housing opportunities.

Inclusive Living

NCTL Group is exploring partnerships with local organizations to support residents with diverse housing needs and encourage long-term community inclusion.

Sustainable Development

Energy-efficient building design, bicycle facilities, landscaping and compact development contribute to a more sustainable approach to growth.

Gentle Intensification

The project adds meaningful housing supply while maintaining a low-rise built form compatible with the evolving neighbourhood context.

Pedestrian & Community-Oriented Design

The site incorporates pedestrian connections, communal outdoor amenity space and landscaping to encourage interaction and create a welcoming residential environment.

Supporting Orléans' Growth

As Orléans continues to grow, developments such as 6408 Renaud Road can help ensure that new housing is accompanied by thoughtful design, diverse housing choices and meaningful community benefits.