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Vancouver councillors move ahead with policy for duplexes on detached home lots
Vancouver councillors have ended two days of public hearings by voting to allow duplexes in most city neighbourhoods currently restricted to single-family homes.Mayor Gregor Robertson says the decision is another step toward adding homes…
Dozens speak at Vancouver hearing that could see duplexes replace single homes
Vancouver is considering allowing duplexes in most areas of the city currently restricted to single-family homes, and the plan has prompted a lengthy public hearing that is far from over.The city clerk says 73 people signed up to speak…
Burnaby council first to use B.C. legislation aimed at protecting rental suites
The City of Burnaby says it will be the first in British Columbia to take advantage of the province's new rental zoning laws.The city says in a news release that it will begin implementation of a rental zoning bylaw aimed at maintaining…
RESCON argues for streamlined approvals process in Ontario
The Residential Construction Council of Ontario (RESCON) has released a report arguing in favour of a simplified and accelerated process for development and building approvals in Ontario. "The current regulatory system inhibits the ability…
Rental only zones in B.C. could result in lower land prices: experts
A proposal that would give cities in British Columbia the power to zone land for rental housing could moderate the price of affected properties, experts say.Port Coquitlam Mayor Greg Moore, who led a committee on housing strategy for the…