House vs Barndominium

Cost: House builds usually start at $300 - $350 / square foot in Ontario, Barndominiums generally start at $220 - $250 / square foot in Ontario. 

Speed/Efficiency: Barndominiums can take up to 30% less time to build than houses

Depending on township bylaws, shops/garages can be made into apartments or secondary residences for 2nd incomes, creating an avenue to the rental industry

Slab on grade homes/barndo's are a very cost effective and efficient way to build in the current economic environment.