A cool down across Windsor-Essex when it comes to home improvements compared to a busy period during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation, which tracks property data across the province of Ontario, reports residential home improvement permits decreased by almost 6.8 per cent in 2022 in this area compared to 2021.
These permits were for home improvements including renovations, additions, swimming pools, sheds, garages and decks.
Carmelo Lipsi, MPAC Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, said as a result of COVID-19 restrictions being lifted, people are spending more money on travel and experiences while rising interest rates and borrowing costs have increased prices for construction projects.
Data showing permits issued for various home improvement categories in communities across Windsor-Essex. (Image provided by the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation)
MPAC reports despite the slow down, overall permit activity in this region is mostly above pre-COVID-19 activity.
According to MPAC, the