by VRBA | Jun 13, 2023 | Blog, Building Code, Education & Training, Housing data, news
This week we are giving a presentation on three housing recommendations for the Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services. Recommendation 1: End municipalities fast-tracking the building code The BC Building and Safety Standards Branch is only now... read more
by VRBA | Jul 18, 2022 | Blog, Education & Training, Housing data, news
Housing Minister David Eby is trying to convince municipal councils to rezone for housing density and improve permit efficiency in the interests of affordability. Some municipalities have pushed back, including a recent Union of BC Municipalities report claiming new... read more
by VRBA | Dec 10, 2019 | Blog, Education & Training
One of the challenges of being a developer and builder is explaining our business model and the opportunity for community revitalization to elected officials and the public. For example, if the community expects amenities, significant green space, preservation of... read more
