by VRBA | Oct 18, 2022 | Blog, Housing data, news
Now that municipal elections have been completed, councils should make education about the housing industry a priority. Surveys show housing was a main focus for voters across the province. Decisions on new developments should be by informed councilors understanding... read more
by VRBA | Oct 18, 2022 | Blog, Housing data, news
The latest CMHC data reveal housing starts are down 25% from August 2022 to September 2022 and down 35% from September last year. Year-to-date housing starts (3,313) are down only 5% vs last year (3,488) however rising interest rates and the stress test will likely... read more
by VRBA | Oct 4, 2022 | Blog, Housing data, news
David Eby, BC’s past Housing Minister and now NDP leadership hopeful, has announced plans to boost housing supply. His proposal includes: Reforms to municipal approvals; Minimum standards for municipal Housing Needs Plans; Homebuilders will be allowed to replace a... read more
by VRBA | Sep 28, 2022 | Blog, CARE Awards, news
On Friday, September 23rd, VRBA announced the Gold winners for our 31st Anniversary Construction Achievements and Renovations of Excellence (CARE) Awards of Vancouver Island. The annual CARE Awards showcased over 40 categories and was attended by VRBA builders,... read more
by VRBA | Sep 26, 2022 | Blog, CARE Awards, Housing data, news
The Victoria Residential Builders Association announced the Gold winners at the 2022 Construction Achievements and Renovations of Excellence (CARE) Awards of Vancouver Island held Friday, September 23rd at the Fairmont Empress Hotel. More than 40 awards were presented... read more
by VRBA | Sep 20, 2022 | Blog, 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 Union of BC Municipalities report claiming new housing... read more
