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BC Reveals New Housing Goals as Cities Lag
B.C. municipalities have been tasked with building over 60,000 homes in five years, but many are falling behind. Since the housing targets were set, more than 4,000 new homes have been built across the province.
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City of Surrey accelerates housing development with new pilot program, task force
Surrey City Council has approved a one-year pilot project to simplify the Development Permit process for houseplexes, which are multi-unit buildings with up to four units. This initiative aims to reduce application fees and wait times, facilitating quicker project starts. Additionally, a Development Approval Process Improvement Task Force has been established to review and enhance…
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Densification: The Solution to BC’s Housing Shortage
The BC NDP plans to build 300K middle-class homes over the next 10-yr. This goal is a significant upgrade from the original 114K homes promised in 2018.
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BC Homebuyers Can Save $400 Monthly With New Plan
The federal government is implementing mortgage reforms by December 15, 2024, enhancing affordability.Monthly payments for average homes in British Columbia could decrease by approximately $400 with the new plan.
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Vancouver to vote on single-stairwell buildings
Vancouver city council is considering changes to building bylaws that would permit only one stairwell in residential buildings up to six storeys, aiming to increase living space. This aligns with recent provincial legislative updates. While proponents argue it enhances design and functionality, fire chiefs express concerns about safety, stating that a single exit could hinder…
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Redeveloping Federal Lands in BC
Canada's “Public Lands for Homes Plan” targets federal properties for affordable housing redevelopment. Initial redevelopment sites include former buildings in Vancouver and Port Moody, BC.
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Vancouver condo market shaped by investors who prefer smaller units
Investors are increasingly favoring smaller condo units in Vancouver and Toronto due to higher rent per square foot, as confirmed by a recent StatCan report. This trend has contributed to the shrinking size of condos over the years, with a significant portion of new units being less than 600 square feet. The study highlights that…
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Check out my listing Address: 11041 160 Surrey, British Columbia V4N1J2
Exquisite 5BR 2.5BTH Fraser Heights residence. Fully renovated in 2020, this beautiful home w/ tasteful landscaping boasts thoughtful updates throughout: new paint & flooring, attic to crawl space arctic insulation, plumbing, low-e window panes, epoxy floor double garage & 7 outdoor security cameras. Vaulted ceilings grace the formal living room w/ oversized windows facing a…
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Check out my listing Address: 15968 82 Unit #70, Surrey, British Columbia V4N0S9
Bright & inviting 3BR+Den 2.5BTH duplex-style Fleetwood townhome. Gleaming laminate floors flow into your formal living & dining rooms w/ cheery windows overlooking your fenced yard w/ street access. The spacious, refreshed kitchen features newer stainless steel appliances, tiled backsplash & granite counters w/ a sunlit eating area boasting airy, vaulted ceilings. Upstairs is reserved…
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BC Code Exemption Impact
Exemptions for Ongoing Projects: Current constructions exempt from 2024 B.C. Building Code’s adaptability and seismic provisions. Industry Pushback Eases: Feedback cites significant redesign costs and project delays.
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