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Classic example of post-WW2 suburban cities realizing sprawl isn't economically viable. A big part of the solution, as always, is the missing middle. You can get just as much density as high-rise clusters, by allowing fourplexes, ADUs and mid-rise alternatives, which maintain a more intimate experience, create walkable neighbourhoods and provide multi-generational housing solutions.

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The federal government is calling on multidisciplinary design teams from across Canada to submit proposals for the inaugural Housing Design Catalogue. By embracing innovative approaches to increase Canada’s housing supply, the federal government is transforming the way homes are built in communities nationwide. Supported by Budget 2024 under Canada’s Housing Plan, the new Housing Design Catalogue will offer standardized housing designs to streamline the design, approval, and construction processes while promoting new and advanced construction techniques. The catalogue will feature various housing types, beginning with low-rise structures such as accessory dwelling units, multiplexes, and other small- to medium-sized buildings. It will also explore opportunities for higher density constructions, including mid-rise buildings, and incorporate new methods like modular and prefabricated homes. Starting in January 2024, the Government of Canada engaged with industry professionals, technical experts, homebuilders, non-profit housing providers, and all levels of government to gather insights on the designs, features, and amenities to be included in the catalogue. These discussions also focused on the catalogue’s adoption and implementation across different regions in the country. The insights from these engagements are summarized in the Housing Design Catalogue – What We Heard Report, which highlights the key points that will guide the government's next steps.

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The BC election takes place on October 19. While progress is being made on affordable housing, we urgently need more action to address the unmet needs of people across the province. As voting day nears, the #HousingCentral partners call on all parties to make this issue a priority. Our research and analysis show that affordable homes for all is within reach – with enough support. We ask the next BC government to commit to two key strategies, detailed in Housing Central's "Build More. Protect More. A New Affordable Housing Plan for BC." Strategy #1 - Build More: We need 12,500 more affordable homes each year until 2034 to address unmet need, future growth and homelessness. Strategy #2 - Protect More: Support non-profit acquisitions and the Rental Protection Fund to safeguard existing affordable homes. And invest in keeping aging non-profit buildings in good condition. Read the full plan: https://lnkd.in/g_73Z6K5 It's clear we need more action to meet the growing housing needs of renters and Indigenous peoples, and to increase the supply of affordable homes. With voting day just weeks away, we encourage everyone to get informed by visiting https://housingcentral.ca/ Thank you to our Housing Central partners, Aboriginal Housing Management Association and the Co-operative Housing Federation of BC, for joining us in this work. We have lots more to say on this important issue, so please stay tuned!

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The #HousingCentral partners have launched a New Affordable Housing Plan for BC, which includes protecting more homes through the Rental Protection Fund. Read the full plan to learn about Housing Central's strategies to Build More and Protect More affordable housing. https://lnkd.in/g_73Z6K5

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