Community Amenity Contributions (CACs) are fees or in-kind contributions developers provide in exchange for increased development rights, particularly when rezoning allows greater density than current zoning permits. Unlike development charges (which fund specific infrastructure), CACs support broader community amenities like parks, community centres, affordable housing, childcare facilities, or public art. CACs help ensure that development produces community benefits beyond private profit. The amount is typically negotiated during the rezoning process based on the 'lift' in land value the rezoning creates. CAC policies vary by municipality—some have established formulas while others negotiate case by case.