by VRBA | Oct 3, 2023 | Blog, Housing data, news
The BC government’s decision to establish housing targets for municipalities, including Saanich, Oak Bay and Victoria, is a significant change from the direction established for decades by successive provincial governments. That direction was the long-standing policy... read more
by VRBA | Sep 27, 2023 | Blog, Housing data, news
The BC government report, Opening Doors ,said revenue from community amenity charges (CAC’s) are a disincentive for municipalities to proactively rezone to appropriate densities. “Zoning-based charges (CACs) discourage proactive zoning for more homes…local... read more
by VRBA | Sep 6, 2023 | Blog, Building Code, Housing data, news
The Union of BC Municipalities’ annual convention is in Vancouver Sept 18 – 22. Elected officials from municipalities throughout BC will gather to pass resolutions and discuss issues with provincial representatives, including Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Housing.... read more
by VRBA | Aug 22, 2023 | Blog, Housing data, news
Prime Minister Trudeau recently said: “I’ll be blunt as well — housing isn’t a primary federal responsibility. It’s not something that we have direct carriage of. But it is something that we can and must help with.” There are several ways... read more
by VRBA | Aug 16, 2023 | Blog, Housing data, news
CMHC reports housing starts in Greater Victoria declined 15% January to July 2023 at 2,273 units vs 2,681 in 2022. Year-to-date, large multi-family condos/apts are down 5% this year at 1,858 units, however, single detached homes are down 48% (232 units) and missing... read more
by VRBA | Aug 8, 2023 | Blog, Housing data, news
In June, VRBA gave a housing presentation to BC’s Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services, which released its report last week. Our recommendations to the committee included capping municipal fees and regulations on new housing. While rezoning is... read more
